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Western Washington and Northwest Oregon Experience Extensive Flooding, Thousands Under Evacuation Advisories

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Heavy rainfall has resulted in significant flooding across portions of Western Washington state and Northwest Oregon. The National Weather Service has issued flood watches and warnings for these regions, which remain in effect following several days of precipitation.

Evacuation advisories have been issued for tens of thousands of residents in Washington. Specifically, approximately 78,000 individuals within Skagit County's flood plain have been advised to evacuate. Media reports indicate ongoing conditions in affected areas.