Flooding along multiple rivers has caused a state of emergency in the county, with ongoing impacts to roads and transportation, emergency services and private and public properties.

Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers issued an emergency proclamation Tuesday afternoon.

“Flooding events like this have serious impacts on our communities, particularly our rural areas, and the safety of residents is our highest priority as we proactively declare a state of emergency and put our planning and preparation to work,” Somers said. “We have a very capable emergency management team and public safety agencies, and I want to thank them for their work to protect residents and property. I urge everyone to stay informed and to stay away from floodwaters and off water-covered roadways.”

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