Catastrophic Flooding Northwest US – Weather Update
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- Intense downpours were swept into the region this week by an 'atmospheric river' storm system from the Pacific Ocean.
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Pacific Northwest Flooding Eases, Recovery Begins After ‘Atmospheric River’ Storm
Intense downpours were swept into the region this week by an ‘atmospheric river’ storm system from the Pacific Ocean.
Published On 12 Dec 2025