A Wind Advisory is in effect until 7 PM tonight (12/18/25).
Forecasters expect southwest winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 45 to 50 mph.
Gusty wins could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Flood Warning remains in effect for the Skokomish River.
According to the National Weather Service, “minor” flooding it occurring and “moderate” flooding is forecast.
The River is expected to rise to a crest of 17.6 feet late this evening.
At 17.5 feet, the Skokomish River will cause moderate flooding, with deep and quick flood waters inundating some residential areas, many roads, and much of the farm land in the Skokomish Valley. Inundated roads include the Skokomish Valley Road, Bourgault Road West, Purdy Cutoff Road, and Highway 106.
Increased Threat of Landslides Continues.
Significant rainfall over the past week has increased soil moisture to high levels across western Washington. Additional rainfall of 1 to 2 inches is expected through Friday. This amount of rain will continue to put extra pressure on soil instability, leading to an increased threat of landslides and debris flows, especially from recent burned areas, with this new rainfall acting as a trigger.
Numerous landslides have already occurred in Mason, Whatcom, Skagit, King Counties and others. More landslides continue to be possible.
Areas most susceptible to landslides debris flows under these conditions are steep coastal bluffs, other steep hillsides or
road cuts, and recent burned areas. A diminishing threat of landslides and debris flows will continue for several days after the rain ends.