📍 Severe flooding & levee failure near Green River (Washington state)
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A levee along the Green River in King County, Washington, has failed after heavy rain, triggering flash flood warnings and emergency evacuations in south Seattle suburbs, including Kent, Auburn, and Tukwila. Authorities warned of dangerous conditions and urged immediate evacuation due to life-threatening flooding.
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The City of Auburn issued a Level 3 evacuation notice, the highest urgency, for homes near Pike Street NE and Pike Place NE as rising water from the Green River threatens neighborhoods.
🪦 Community mourning in Green River, Utah
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Green River, Utah, is in mourning after the death of Mayor Ren Hatt in a head-on crash on U.S. Highway 6 earlier this month. Funeral services were announced, and residents have been holding vigils to honor his leadership and service to the community.
🔎 Background/context you might find helpful
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Flooding after atmospheric river-style storms has caused broader flooding issues across western Washington, with tens of thousands affected by evacuation orders and emergency rescues.
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The Green River area in Utah has seen multiple related stories due to the fatal crash that killed its mayor and how the small community is coping.
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