LOCAL NEWS with ERIC SHARP

Even with soaking rains and flooding across Grays Harbor and Pacific counties, scientists say the Northwest still faces a growing water concern.

District leaders say the postponement was made because of a storm warning that included the potential for damaging winds.

Officials say the message resembled a threat discovered on Monday at an Aberdeen school.

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches.

PCEMA issues a press released regarding high winds.

Washington state will require a firearms education class before a CPL can be issued.

Pacific County Emergency Management says the rain is finally letting up, stream levels are dropping, and it’s time to start figuring out what got damaged.

Crews have lowered water levels by about a foot and are clearing debris while working with state and local agencies.

Multiple areas have already experienced flooding, blocked culverts, and road closures, creating hazardous conditions for residents and emergency crews.

State Parks says people living along Sylvia Creek should be ready to move quickly if flooding worsens and stay off any trails leading toward the lake.

Officers got there fast, took three people into custody while three others ran off on foot.

Ocean Park kicks off its holiday fun tomorrow with Santa’s Parade rolling out from Beach Barons’ Field at 3:30 p.m.

Pacific County deputies say the man who bolted from law enforcement in Long Beach yesterday has been caught.

Grays Harbor College is one of four Washington Community and Technical Colleges that has been chosen to take part in a free or reduced-price campus meal program.