As weather disruptions hit the area, the National Weather Service in Seattle has issued a wind and flood advisory for several counties, including King, Snohomish, and Island. Already drenched from earlier rainfall, Seattle braces for continued urban and small stream flooding, with minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas anticipated as thunderstorms roll in.
The wind advisory, warns of southwest winds blowing at 15 to 25 mph with possible gusts up to 45 mph, remained in effect until 7 AM PST this morning. The affected areas include, but are not limited to, the Hood Canal Area, Bellevue, Bremerton, and the Seattle vicinity. Commuters were advised to exercise caution, especially if operating high-profile vehicles.
Accompanying the wind advisory, a flood advisory is in place until 845 AM PST for the morning, as rainfall exacerbates existing water buildup. Urban and small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected, as inundation may affect various communities. Locations known to be facing these issues range from Seattle itself to Everett, Lynnwood, Bothell, and Mountlake Terrace.
As the thunderstorms traverse Snohomish County and northern King County, local services are on alert for increased ponding on roadways and potential traffic disruptions. The National Weather Service urges residents to turn around, don`t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
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