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March 20, 2026
 

Flood Warning Issued for Skagit County, Moderate Flooding Expected

The U.S. National Weather Service has upgraded Skagit County near Concrete from a Flood Watch to a Flood Warning, effective from Friday, March 20, through Sunday morning, March 22nd.

As of 11:00 a.m. this morning, March 20th, the Skagit River near Concrete is predicted to crest at 32.02 feet at 11:00 p.m. this evening. The Skagit River in Mount Vernon is predicted to crest at 31.37 feet on Saturday evening, March 21st, at 5:00 p.m. Major flood stage is 32 feet for the Skagit River.

The Skagit County Emergency Operations Center is working with partner agencies, along with the cities and towns, to survey the county and close roads impacted by flood waters. Please do not drive over flooded roadways and practice “turn around, don’t drown.” Follow all road closure and cautionary signs and do not drive around barricades. Water can be deeper and faster moving than anticipated, presenting significant risks to drivers.  

To monitor road closures, visit the Skagit County road closure website here: www.skagitcounty.net/reporting/roadclose/  

Residents should monitor forecasts and be ready for additional weather alerts. Based on the current forecast, those living in flood prone areas should take action to protect their homes, families, and livestock from floodwaters.  

For updated river forecasts, please visit www.skagitcounty.net/Departments/EmergencyInformation/levels.htm or call the River Level Hotline at (360) 416-1404.  

For more local emergency information, sign up for Skagit Ready Alerts, or follow Skagit County on Facebook @SkagitCountyWA. The River Level Hotline at (360) 416-1404 and www.skagitcounty.net/flood are updated frequently during events and can be resources for information as well.