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(SALEM, Ore. ) - The National Weather Service in Portland has issued a Flood Watch for portions of Northwest Oregon and Southwest Washington through Wednesday morning. That includes the central and southern Willamette Valley.
A powerful storm system will bring heavy rains to the entire state. One strong low is now affecting the Oregon Coast and the Willamette Valley with powerful winds and heavy rains. Another powerful storm will follow tomorrow.
There will be a brief pause in the heavy rain later tonight between systems.
Monday's storm has origins in the subtropics of the mid-Pacific and carries very high precipitable water values.
Rainfall totals of 4 to 8 inches are expected in the coast range, and in coastal cities. 5 to 7 inches is expected in the Oregon Cascades and Cascade foothills. The Willamette Valley is expected to see between 1 to 3 inches of rain.
A Flood Watch means there is a potential for flooding based on current forecasts.
The rivers listed below are of most concern for flooding. However, many other rivers throughout Northwest Oregon and Southwest Washington could be impacted by the heavy rains.
Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action quickly should flooding occur.
Coastal Rivers Of Concern Include:Willapa River In Pacific CountyNaselle River In Pacific And Wahkiakum CountiesGrays River In Wahkiakum CountyNehalem River In Clatsop And Tillamook CountiesWilson River In Tillamook CountyTrask River In Tillamook CountySiletz River In Lincoln CountyInland Rivers Of Concern Include:Luckiamute River In Polk And Benton CountiesSouth Yamhill River In Yamhill CountyPudding River In Clackamas And Marion CountiesUpper Tualatin River In Washington CountyJohnson Creek In Multnohmah County
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