Hydrologic Outlook

ESFPDT Moderate to heavy rain is expected this week along the Washington Cascade crest. With temperatures remaining above freezing at night and warming into the 40s during the day, increased snowmelt is expected as well. The rain and snow melt will increase water levels in rivers and streams flowing off the Cascades. The Naches River at Naches is expected to remain above action stage then rise above minor flood stage Friday afternoon through Sunday morning. The Naches River at Cliffdell and the Yakima River at Umtanum are expected to remain above action stage through at least Sunday but are not expected to reach minor flood stage. The Yakima River at Easton is expected to rise just above action stage Friday night and Saturday morning. Please monitor the latest river forecasts from the National Weather Service for additional information.