Debris Flow — Pierce, Washington

2017-03-16 · near Edgewood, Pierce, Washington

Event narrative

The Tacoma News Tribune reported a landslide over the West Valley Highway, north of Sumner, between 24 St E and Jovita Blvd E.

Wider weather episode

Heavy rain caused 3 landslides that closed roads near Sumner, Federal Way and Buckley, WA.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 688808. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.