Headline:
Flood Advisory issued July 23 at 8:11PM PDT until July 23 at 10:15PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Event:
Flood Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 23, 2026 - 8:11pm
Expires:
July 23, 2026 - 10:15pm
Description:
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...A portion of North Central Washington, including the
following county, Okanogan.
* WHEN...Until 1015 PM PDT.
* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 811 PM PDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to
thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin
shortly in the advisory area. Between 0.5 and 2 inches of
rain have fallen.
- Additional rainfall amounts up to 0.5 inches are expected
over the area. This additional rain will result in minor
flooding.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
mainly rural areas of Northwestern Okanogan County
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction:
In hilly terrain there are hundreds of low water crossings which are
potentially dangerous in heavy rain. Do not attempt to cross flooded
roads. Find an alternate route.
Flooding is occurring or is imminent. It is important to know where
you are relative to streams, rivers, or creeks which can become
killers in heavy rains. Campers and hikers should avoid streams or
creeks.
Area Description:
Okanogan, WA
Forcast Office:
NWS Spokane WA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov