Western Washington Floods: Brief Relief, Danger Lingers
Western Washington floodwaters are receding, but the U.S. National Weather Service warns fresh rain could swell rivers again. Cleanup is underway and flood watches remain.
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Western Washington floodwaters are receding, but the U.S. National Weather Service warns fresh rain could swell rivers again. Cleanup is underway and flood watches remain.
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