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flag Heavy rain and flooding hit the Pacific Northwest on Dec. 9, 2025, prompting emergencies, rescues, and evacuations in Washington and Oregon.

flag The Pacific Northwest braced for more heavy rain and flooding on December 9, 2025, after a powerful atmospheric river caused widespread damage, road closures, rescues, and power outages across Oregon and Washington. flag Washington Governor Bob Ferguson activated the state’s highest emergency level as rivers like the Skagit neared record crests. flag Emergency crews conducted multiple rescues, including along Interstate 5, while cities deployed flood barriers and shelters. flag In Manitoba, the government paused plans for a supervised drug consumption site in Winnipeg amid business concerns, while also temporarily lifting its ban on U.S. alcohol sales—leading to nearly $1.9 million in sales within four hours and prompting plans to expand the pilot. flag Ontario’s top doctor urged flu vaccinations as H3N2 cases rise, while Premier Doug Ford ordered public servants back to full-time in-office work, sparking union pushback.

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