12/12/2025
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, WA FLOOD UPDATES -- 12/11/2025 as of 1830 PT
City of Arlington:
Flood Waters receding as of 1648 PT
⚠️Update: Water Levels Recede back into Normal range
We are pleased to report that within Arlington city limits, water levels have drastically receded, with predictions showing they will fall into the normal range this evening. This greatly improves our local outlook within city limits. However, some surrounding areas in the county remain in major flood zones, so please exercise caution and avoid these affected regions if possible. Thanks to our area's first responders and community partners, who have been working tirelessly to maintain public safety and ensure clear communication. Thank you to the residents of Arlington; your cooperation has been critical in ensuring everyone's safety. Please continue to stay informed through official channels and exercise caution, especially if traveling to flood-impacted areas.
City of Everett:
Monitoring Update: 5:45 p.m.
We continue to closely monitor Snohomish River levels this evening, particularly the low-lying area near the bridge leading to The Overlook.
At this time, no evacuation orders are in place for Everett. Residences in the Riverfront area sit at a higher elevation than the low point on the bridge, which is the specific area we’re watching for any potential impacts.
Flooding conditions can change quickly. Significant issues—such as unexpected debris damming or overtopping of a levee or dike—could alter the situation. Even though the rains seem to be lessening, there is still a very large volume of water coming into the Snohomish River from high up in the watershed and will for some time. This additional water, travelling at high rates, increases not only the elevation of the river but also the energy and force at which it is flowing.
Our Emergency Operations Center remains activated and in regular communication with regional partners. If conditions change and an evacuation is needed, we will notify residents immediately.
To report water, sewer, or other storm-related problems, call the City of Everett’s 24-hour dispatch at 425-257-8821.
We also have two sandbag fill locations available: everettwa.gov/sandbags (please note: you must bring your own shovel).
Please continue to stay alert, avoid flooded roadways, and follow updates here and the alert on our website: everettwa.gov
Cold Weather Shelters Open
Everett cold weather shelters will be open tonight, Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025. An atmospheric river is expected to bring heavy rain and rising rivers to our region. The National Weather Service anticipates significant flooding in Snohomish County.
Out of caution, the three cold weather shelter locations in Everett will be OPEN tonight (Thursday night).
Everett Cold Weather Shelter
Agency: Everett Gospel Mission
Host Location: United Church of Christ
Address: 2624 Rockefeller, Everett
Intake times: Opens at 8PM. Closes at 10PM
East Everett Cold Weather Shelter
Agency: Volunteer of America Western Washington
Host Location: Henson Hall (Our Lady of Hope)
Address: 2617 Cedar St., Everett
Intake times: Opens at 8PM. Closes at 10PM
Everett Family Cold Weather Shelter
Agency: Everett Gospel Mission
Host Location: Women and Children’s Shelter
Address: 5126 S. 2nd Ave., Everett
Intake times: Opens at 4PM. Closes at 8PM.
Snohomish County’s safety hub is updated daily to show cold weather shelters in Snohomish County that are open on any given night: https://bit.ly/48OPWlZ
American Red Cross:
A shelter has been established an evacuation shelter at the Evergreen State Fairgrounds. Updates on flooding can be found at https://bit.ly/3KBuTLF
Snohomish County Sheriff's Office:
Road Closures
Dozens of roads are closed throughout Snohomish County due to multiple days of rain and flooding. If you come across a flooded roadway: remember, turn around, don’t drown! Floodwaters are often much deeper than they appear. Check the Snohomish County Road Closure map for road closure updates: https://bit.ly/SnoCoRoadsClosedMap. Follow on X for road closure updates. And keep your eyes on the Public Safety Hub for additional updates throughout this storm: https://bit.ly/snocoflooding
penalties for going around signs. Ignore the sign, pay the fine! Going around a Road Closed sign carries a $437 penalty, and no dollar amount is worth ruining your vehicle or, worse, risking your life in flooded waters. Flooded and hazardous roadways are closed for your safety. Please keep this in mind whenever you approach a Road Closed sign. (Source: SCSO)
Granite Falls PD:
Road Hazards
Mountain Loop Highway (Granite Falls) near milepost 15, there is a mudslide partially blocking the roadway.
Sultan PD:
North Fork Skykomish River
https://www.facebook.com/reel/3836124920024508
Public Health:
Flooded Foods Can Make You Sick
If you’re returning to a property after flooding, don’t let flooded food make you sick. Click through these images for some reminders, and find more information about cleaning up after a flood at www.snohd.org/weather. And stay updated on flood info for Snohomish County at https://snohomish-county-public-safety-hub-snoco-gis.hub....
WASHINGTON STATE PATROL
Road Closures
Crews move fast, but water can rise faster, so signs aren’t always in place yet. If you see a flooded roadway, turn around, don’t drown! And never pass a road closed sign.
📍Other things you can do to stay safe:
⚠️ Sign up for local government alerts. These are different from wireless emergency alerts (make sure those are on, too!). This may provide additional information like road closures and critical flooding updates: https://mil.wa.gov/alerts
⚠️ Follow your county and city on social media or visit their websites for the most up-to-date information on evacuations, road closures, and more.
⚠️ Check WSDOT’s website, app, or social media (especially X) for highway and real-time travel information: https://wsdot.com/Travel/Real-time/Map/
📸 from SR 546 at Van Buren Road
Photo Credits: SCSO, SnoCo DEM, Granite Falls PD, SnoCo Public Health, WSP
