An atmospheric river event has caused catastrophic, record-breaking floods across Washington state. This video shows dramatic footage of overflowing rivers, inundated towns, and emergency crews conducting daring rescues as communities face a state of emergency. | The Weather Network

Days of torrential rain in Washington state have caused historic floods that have stranded families on rooftops, washed over bridges and ripped at least two homes from their foundations, and experts warned that even more flooding expected Friday could be catastrophic. | AP

Relentless rain has caused flooding and devastation across parts of Washington, covering roads, submerging vehicles, and even sweeping away homes. | AccuWeather

A massive second wave of Washington state flooding has struck the region, triggered by a relentless atmospheric river that has overwhelmed local infrastructure. In this update, we cover the critical levee breaches, the closure of major highways through the Cascade Mountains, and the tragic confirmation of at least one fatality. Authorities have confirmed over 1,200 rescues since December 8 as rising waters force fresh evacuations across Western Washington. In this video, you will see: - Current