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Canada: Abbotsford Declares Emergency as Atmospheric River Causes Severe Flooding in B.C.

An atmospheric river swept across southern B.C., leading Abbotsford to declare a state of local emergency as hundreds of properties were put on evacuation order. Flooding continued to affect parts of the area, on Friday, December 12, prompting expanded evacuation orders, school closures, the closure of a key stretch of Highway 1.

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US: Atmospheric River Brings Major Flooding in Western Washington 13

A powerful atmospheric river brought heavy rain to western Washington on Tuesday, December 9, causing rivers to surge and leading to significant flooding. The weather system continued to drench the region on Wednesday, December 10, pushing water levels even higher and forcing tens of thousands of residents to prepare for evacuation.

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US: Atmospheric River Brings Major Flooding in Western Washington 14

A powerful atmospheric river brought heavy rain to western Washington on Tuesday, December 9, causing rivers to surge and leading to significant flooding. The weather system continued to drench the region on Wednesday, December 10, pushing water levels even higher and forcing tens of thousands of residents to prepare for evacuation.

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RECAP: Washington State Slammed by Historic Floods as Rivers Shatter Records

Days of torrential rain from a strong atmospheric river caused historic flooding across Washington State, prompting a state of emergency and mass evacuations. Rivers including the Skagit, Snohomish, and Snoqualmie reached record or near-record levels, with Snoqualmie Falls transformed into a powerful, overflowing torrent. Communities were inundated, homes were swept away, major roads were washed out, and rescue operations continue as more rain is expected.

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US: Atmospheric River Brings Major Flooding in Western Washington 12

A powerful atmospheric river brought heavy rain to western Washington on Tuesday, December 9, causing rivers to surge and leading to significant flooding. The weather system continued to drench the region on Wednesday, December 10, pushing water levels even higher and forcing tens of thousands of residents to prepare for evacuation.

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US: Atmospheric River Brings Major Flooding in Western Washington 10

A powerful atmospheric river brought heavy rain to western Washington on Tuesday, December 9, causing rivers to surge and leading to significant flooding. The weather system continued to drench the region on Wednesday, December 10, pushing water levels even higher and forcing tens of thousands of residents to prepare for evacuation.

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US: Atmospheric River Brings Major Flooding in Western Washington 11

A powerful atmospheric river brought heavy rain to western Washington on Tuesday, December 9, causing rivers to surge and leading to significant flooding. The weather system continued to drench the region on Wednesday, December 10, pushing water levels even higher and forcing tens of thousands of residents to prepare for evacuation.

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US: Atmospheric River Brings Major Flooding in Western Washington 9

A powerful atmospheric river brought heavy rain to western Washington on Tuesday, December 9, causing rivers to surge and leading to significant flooding. The weather system continued to drench the region on Wednesday, December 10, pushing water levels even higher and forcing tens of thousands of residents to prepare for evacuation.

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US: Atmospheric River Brings Major Flooding in Western Washington 8

A powerful atmospheric river brought heavy rain to western Washington on Tuesday, December 9, causing rivers to surge and leading to significant flooding. The weather system continued to drench the region on Wednesday, December 10, pushing water levels even higher and forcing tens of thousands of residents to prepare for evacuation.

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US: Atmospheric River Brings Major Flooding in Western Washington 7

A powerful atmospheric river brought heavy rain to western Washington on Tuesday, December 9, causing rivers to surge and leading to significant flooding. The weather system continued to drench the region on Wednesday, December 10, pushing water levels even higher and forcing tens of thousands of residents to prepare for evacuation.

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US: Atmospheric River Brings Major Flooding in Western Washington 6

A powerful atmospheric river brought heavy rain to western Washington on Tuesday, December 9, causing rivers to surge and leading to significant flooding. The weather system continued to drench the region on Wednesday, December 10, pushing water levels even higher and forcing tens of thousands of residents to prepare for evacuation.

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US: Atmospheric River Brings Major Flooding in Western Washington 5

A powerful atmospheric river brought heavy rain to western Washington on Tuesday, December 9, causing rivers to surge and leading to significant flooding. The weather system continued to drench the region on Wednesday, December 10, pushing water levels even higher and forcing tens of thousands of residents to prepare for evacuation.

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US: Atmospheric River Brings Major Flooding in Western Washington

A powerful atmospheric river brought heavy rain to western Washington on Tuesday, December 9, causing rivers to surge and leading to significant flooding. The weather system continued to drench the region on Wednesday, December 10, pushing water levels even higher and forcing tens of thousands of residents to prepare for evacuation.

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US: Atmospheric River Brings Major Flooding in Western Washington 3

A powerful atmospheric river brought heavy rain to western Washington on Tuesday, December 9, causing rivers to surge and leading to significant flooding. The weather system continued to drench the region on Wednesday, December 10, pushing water levels even higher and forcing tens of thousands of residents to prepare for evacuation.

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US: Atmospheric River Brings Major Flooding in Western Washington 2

A powerful atmospheric river brought heavy rain to western Washington on Tuesday, December 9, causing rivers to surge and leading to significant flooding. The weather system continued to drench the region on Wednesday, December 10, pushing water levels even higher and forcing tens of thousands of residents to prepare for evacuation.

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US: Atmospheric River Brings Major Flooding in Western Washington 4

A powerful atmospheric river brought heavy rain to western Washington on Tuesday, December 9, causing rivers to surge and leading to significant flooding. The weather system continued to drench the region on Wednesday, December 10, pushing water levels even higher and forcing tens of thousands of residents to prepare for evacuation.

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Catalonia Declares State of Emergency Due to African Swine Fever - Spain

The owner of the sanctuary takes care of the pigs, on December 9, 2025, in Rubí, Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The owner of an animal 'sanctuary' in Rubí (Barcelona) has received a visit from the Agents Rurals de la Generalitat who are monitoring to prevent the spread of African swine fever (ASF). During the inspection of the shelter (within the radius where the administrations focus their vigilance), they asked her for the documentation that accredits the legality of the sanctuary 'En Nuestra Casa de Madera' and, although at first she did not have this accreditation, the City Council has accepted to give her the permits, according to the owner. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Catalonia Declares State of Emergency Due to African Swine Fever - Spain

Several pigs at an animal sanctuary on December 9, 2025, in Rubí, Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The owner of an animal 'sanctuary' in Rubí (Barcelona) has received a visit from the Agents Rurals de la Generalitat who are monitoring to prevent the spread of African swine fever (ASF). During the inspection of the shelter (within the radius where the administrations focus their vigilance), they asked her for the documentation that accredits the legality of the sanctuary 'En Nuestra Casa de Madera' and, although at first she did not have this accreditation, the City Council has accepted to give her the permits, according to the owner. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Catalonia Declares State of Emergency Due to African Swine Fever - Spain

The owner of the sanctuary takes care of the pigs, on December 9, 2025, in Rubí, Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The owner of an animal 'sanctuary' in Rubí (Barcelona) has received a visit from the Agents Rurals de la Generalitat who are monitoring to prevent the spread of African swine fever (ASF). During the inspection of the shelter (within the radius where the administrations focus their vigilance), they asked her for the documentation that accredits the legality of the sanctuary 'En Nuestra Casa de Madera' and, although at first she did not have this accreditation, the City Council has accepted to give her the permits, according to the owner. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Catalonia Declares State of Emergency Due to African Swine Fever - Spain

The owner of the sanctuary takes care of the pigs, on December 9, 2025, in Rubí, Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The owner of an animal 'sanctuary' in Rubí (Barcelona) has received a visit from the Agents Rurals de la Generalitat who are monitoring to prevent the spread of African swine fever (ASF). During the inspection of the shelter (within the radius where the administrations focus their vigilance), they asked her for the documentation that accredits the legality of the sanctuary 'En Nuestra Casa de Madera' and, although at first she did not have this accreditation, the City Council has accepted to give her the permits, according to the owner. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Catalonia Declares State of Emergency Due to African Swine Fever - Spain

A pig in an animal sanctuary on December 9, 2025, in Rubí, Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The owner of an animal 'sanctuary' in Rubí (Barcelona) has received a visit from the Agents Rurals de la Generalitat who are monitoring to prevent the spread of African swine fever (ASF). During the inspection of the shelter (within the radius where the administrations focus their vigilance), they asked for the documentation that accredits the legality of the sanctuary 'En Nuestra Casa de Madera' and, although at first she did not have this accreditation, the City Council has accepted to give her the permits, according to the owner. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Catalonia Declares State of Emergency Due to African Swine Fever - Spain

A pig in an animal sanctuary on December 9, 2025, in Rubí, Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The owner of an animal 'sanctuary' in Rubí (Barcelona) has received a visit from the Agents Rurals de la Generalitat who are monitoring to prevent the spread of African swine fever (ASF). During the inspection of the shelter (within the radius where the administrations focus their vigilance), they asked for the documentation that accredits the legality of the sanctuary 'En Nuestra Casa de Madera' and, although at first she did not have this accreditation, the City Council has accepted to give her the permits, according to the owner. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Catalonia Declares State of Emergency Due to African Swine Fever - Spain

The owner of the sanctuary takes care of the pigs, on December 9, 2025, in Rubí, Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The owner of an animal 'sanctuary' in Rubí (Barcelona) has received a visit from the Agents Rurals de la Generalitat who are monitoring to prevent the spread of African swine fever (ASF). During the inspection of the shelter (within the radius where the administrations focus their vigilance), they asked her for the documentation that accredits the legality of the sanctuary 'En Nuestra Casa de Madera' and, although at first she did not have this accreditation, the City Council has accepted to give her the permits, according to the owner. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Catalonia Declares State of Emergency Due to African Swine Fever - Spain

A pig in an animal sanctuary on December 9, 2025, in Rubí, Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The owner of an animal 'sanctuary' in Rubí (Barcelona) has received a visit from the Agents Rurals de la Generalitat who are monitoring to prevent the spread of African swine fever (ASF). During the inspection of the shelter (within the radius where the administrations focus their vigilance), they asked for the documentation that accredits the legality of the sanctuary 'En Nuestra Casa de Madera' and, although at first she did not have this accreditation, the City Council has accepted to give her the permits, according to the owner. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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