Flood Warning Issued for Walla Walla County Through Sunday Afternoon

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Pendleton, OR, has issued a Flood Warning for Walla Walla County in southeast Washington. The alert was issued following reports from emergency management that flooding is already occurring in the region.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically impacts Walla Walla County in southeast Washington. Locations that will experience flooding include the city of Walla Walla and Kooskooskie.

Expected Conditions

Flooding is being driven by significant runoff and snowmelt. While no additional rainfall is expected, streams continue to rise due to excess runoff from earlier precipitation. Flooding is imminent or occurring in rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying or flood-prone locations.

Impacts

Numerous roads remain closed throughout the affected area due to flooding. Residents should expect continued impacts to travel and potential hazards near waterways as levels remain high.

Timeline

The Flood Warning is effective as of 12:29 PM PDT on Saturday, March 14, and is currently scheduled to expire at 12:15 PM PDT on Sunday, March 15.

What You Should Do

Motorists are reminded to “Turn around, don’t drown” when encountering flooded roads, as most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Residents are encouraged to report observed flooding to local emergency services or law enforcement and request that the information be passed to the National Weather Service when it is safe to do so.