Flood — E Kittitas, Washington

2003-02-01 · E Kittitas, Washington

Wider weather episode

The Yakima River at Easton, with a flood stage of 51.1 feet, began flooding at 1:45 PM on January 31st. The river peaked at 51.7 feet on January 31st, and receded to below flood stage at 3:15 AM on February 1st. Minor flooding occurred in West Ellensburg and the Elk Meadows development west of Cle Elum. Water went under a few homes, and also into 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 5340263. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.