Washington state, flooding and Donald Trump
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Washington State Task Force-1 has been mobilized to Skagit County to aid in search and rescue operations following severe flooding.Activated by the Washington
The atmospheric river is forecast to move over Washington starting on Monday and will last until Tuesday, bringing heavy rain and gusty winds. This comes days after a historic river flood impacted the state,
Ferguson said Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem called him to confirm the FEMA request had been approved and discussed the state’s conditions amid ongoing flooding. According to Ferguson, Noem said short-term federal resources could be available.
Gov. Bob Ferguson announced that President Trump has approved Washington's request for an emergency declaration.
As the Trump administration considers gutting FEMA, the Lee County Disaster Survivors Association said it's headed to Washington. The group believes FEMA needs reform - but shouldn't be eliminated.
A man drowned after he drove his car onto a flooded road, just south of Snohomish, Washington, as the state grapples with the aftermath of historic flooding.
White House officials postponed a meeting Thursday where a panel was slated to outline how to reform the Federal Emergency Management Agency, according to individuals familiar with the matter.