Most fared well, but Nature’s deluge did not spare all state highways Wednesday.
Today coastal areas in Clallam, Grays Harbor, and Pacific counties, in addition to areas in Pierce and Lewis counties, have water over the roadway in places. Forecasts show rain moving into Southwest Washington, so drivers there should prepare for rainy conditions. By late Wednesday, forecasts show drier weather.
Drivers can check their route before they go at www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/Update. WSDOT will update this Web site as conditions change. Updated travel information also is available by calling 5-1-1.
The State Emergency Operations Center (EOC) was activated at Camp
Murray. More flooding and preparedness information can be found on the State Emergency Operations Center at www.piersystem.com/go/site/1105/.
The State EOC also advises residents in flood prone or flood watch areas should consider the following preparedness actions:
• Listen to radio or television stations for local information and weather reports.
• Be aware of streams, drainage channels and areas known to flood suddenly.
• Do not walk or drive through floodwaters.
• Secure your home. If time permits, also secure items located outside the house.
• If instructed, turn off utilities at the main switches or valves.
• Fill your car with fuel.
• Fill the bathtub with water in case the water supply becomes contaminated or services are cut off. Sterilize the bathtub first.
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