A major storm caused flooding, evacuations, and rescues in the Pacific Northwest, with more rain and snow expected.

A major storm system hammered the Pacific Northwest with heavy rain and flooding, forcing road closures, evacuations, and several water rescues across Oregon and Washington. Flood watches stay in effect as an atmospheric river keeps rainfall high and rivers rising, with another storm on the way by Sunday. Crews used inflatable kayaks for rescues and deployed temporary flood barriers in places like Snohomish and Auburn. Farther east, the Upper Midwest dealt with freezing rain, snow, and strong winds that shut schools and made travel dangerous, while southeast Alaska endured brutal cold with wind chills nearing –50°F.