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Walla Walla & Columbia County Recover After Flooding

Receding floodwaters reveal damage to infrastructure as officials urge caution and assess next steps

Collision blocks I-5 to I-90 off-ramp in Seattle

No reopening estimate yet as emergency crews respond to the scene

Crews Work to Restore Power After Windstorm Hits Eastern Washington and North Idaho

Avista says over 61,000 customers initially lost power, with 8,495 still without as of Friday morning.

Avista Responds to Widespread Power Outages After Windstorm

Utility crews work around the clock to restore electricity to thousands of customers across the region.

Gas Leak Prompts Evacuation of Alki Building

Seattle Fire Department responds to residential building in West Seattle

Boiler Room Fire Quickly Extinguished in Palouse Home

Firefighters responded to the scene and helped ventilate the home after the blaze was put out.

FEMA Releases $4M for Whatcom County Flood Relief

Funds will help elevate 16 homes above floodplain after 2021 atmospheric river disaster

Snoqualmie Hosts Town Hall to Review December Flood Response

Residents provide feedback on what went well and areas for improvement during the flood event.

Massive Fire Destroys Part of Red Lion Hotel in Kelso, Washington

Firefighters battle 2-alarm blaze at 160-room hotel, no injuries reported

Lewis County Residents Qualify for Disaster Loans

Low-interest federal loans available for businesses, nonprofits, homeowners and renters affected by December 2025 storms and flooding.

Spokane Firefighters Quickly Contain Accidental Kitchen Blaze

No injuries reported after fire at Ferris Garden Court Condominiums

Volunteers Struggle to Aid Flood Victims in Whatcom County

Donations drying up as hundreds remain displaced after devastating December floods