Washington, Bob Ferguson and Flood alert
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Ferguson calls flooding ‘major event,’ rescues top 1,200 statewide, Hwy 2 to be closed for months
Speaking at a press conference, Ferguson described the flooding as “one of the most devastating in our state’s history."
SKYKOMISH, Wash. — A portion of Highway 2 between Skykomish and Leavenworth will be closed for "months," according to Gov. Bob Ferguson. The closure is approximately 49 miles, according to state Secretary of Transportation Julie Meredith. There are areas where the road is completely washed out and the highway will have to be rebuilt, she said.
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