Flood — Pacific, Washington

2012-11-19 to 2012-11-20 · near Raymond, Pacific, Washington

Event narrative

Heavy rain caused the Willapa River near Willapa to overflow its banks and flood low lying areas. The Willapa River crested at 23.9 feet on November 19th at 9 pm PST, 2.9 feet above flood stage.

Wider weather episode

A strong warm front lifted north across the region accompanied by heavy rain on Sunday. Widespread heavy rain continued to impact the Pacific Northwest Monday and Monday night as the strong and very moist front stalled over the area.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 419137. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.