Rivers across Washington rose to dangerous levels Tuesday as a powerful atmospheric river dumped heavy rain across the Pacific Northwest, triggering major flood warnings and prompting water rescues.
The National Weather Service reported at least four rivers in Washington at major flood stage, with additional waterways forecast to reach the highest flood category over the next 24 to 48 hours.
The multiday event stretching from Washington into Oregon has pushed some rivers toward near-record levels, with forecasters warning that a few gauges could surpass historic crests.
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