Flood — East Slopes Southern Cascades, Washington

2003-01-31 · East Slopes Southern Cascades, Washington

Wider weather episode

The Yakima River at Easton, with a flood stage of 51.1 feet, peaked at 51.7 feet at 6:00 PM. Minor flooding occurred in West Ellensburg and the Elk Meadows development west of Cle Elum. Water went under a few homes, and also a bedroom which was located in a garage. Erosion to roads, shoulders, and driveways occurred in the Elk Meadows area.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 5338169. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.