Washington State Faces Flooding; Midwest Prepares for Cold Weather

A blast of arctic air is moving south from Canada, while the Pacific Northwest faces severe flooding, prompting mass evacuations, including those of farm residents near the Snoqualmie River. Emergency officials are assessing the extensive damage, with Washington Governor Bob Ferguson noting the challenging recovery ahead. As temperatures plunge in the Midwest, cities like Minneapolis and Chicago brace for extreme cold, while high water levels and risks of mudslides continue in Washington due to an atmospheric river. Authorities have conducted numerous rescues as communities struggle with rising waters and potential levee failures.

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