Coastal Flood — Everett and Vicinity, Washington

2022-12-27 · Everett and Vicinity, Washington

Event narrative

Numerous reports of impacts from coastal flooding:

In Everett: W. Marine View Drive ' multiple areas of water over the roadway. Road closed between 200.

Smith Island Road ' approximately 300 block ' water over road with vehicles stuck.

At 4116 34th Ave NE ' businesses there were cut off by the water. Had to wait until the water receded to leave. Trains stopped in the area. Road closed.

Dagmar's Landing ' water overtopping the levee affecting hwy 529 which was closed for a short time. Plastic sheeting (8 100' x 20' rolls) was delivered by public works.

Union Slough levee between I5 and 529 had considerable damage ' repairs are being made.

In Stanwood: Coastal Community bank experienced flooded parking lot for about 90 min.

In Marysville: Flooding of Ebey Waterfront Park (parking lot and trail) on 12/27 during high tide. Trail closed.

Wider weather episode

Coastal flooding between 8 AM - 11 AM high tide cycle on 12/27. The event was a result of King Tides, coinciding with significantly strong low pressure in the area and strong winds. Wind gusts of up to 64 MPH occurred in the event as well as observed tidal conditions 1-2 feet above the HAT.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1073372. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.