Flood — Tillamook, Oregon

2021-11-11 to 2021-11-12 · near Juno, Tillamook, Oregon

Event narrative

The Wilson River near Tillamook (TLMO3) rose above flood stage of 12 feet on the evening of the 11th, crested at 14.8 feet at 0815PST on the 12th, then fell below flood stage on the evening of the 12th. Flooding occurred in the north part of the city of Tillamook, closing the Wilson River Road, and Highway 101.

Wider weather episode

Heavy rains produced by an atmospheric river brought river flooding to portions of northwest Oregon and southwest Washington. In addition, high tide backed up rivers and creeks in low lying areas along the coast, enhancing flooding.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 993647. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.