UPDATE : December 10 at 6:35 p.m.

The National Weather Service has forecast continued rainfall in Upper Kittitas County, though at a reduced rate compared to previous nights.

Officials have warned that the Yakima River near Ellensburg is expected to rise above flood stage tonight, which could lead to flooding of roads and pastures nearby.

They advise residents not to drive through floodwaters due to potential debris and hidden hazards.

Firefighters from Kittitas County Fire District #7 (KCFD#7) have been out in the Sun Country neighborhood assessing roadways to ensure emergency response readiness.

Residents needing sandbags can visit KCFD7 Station 73, located off the Golf Course Rd exit, where 600 new sandbags have been made available.

Meantime, an 87-year-old woman was evacuated by

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