The City of Oak Harbor posted this to its Facebook page on 2025-12-10 10:30:43.
FLOOD WARNING
The Skagit River flooding expected over the next few days is projected to be an unprecedented event with significant potential to indirectly affect Oak Harbor. Residents should closely monitor news updates and follow all official instructions.
IMPORTANT UPDATE FOR OAK HARBOR – PLEASE HELP SPREAD THE WORD
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Water Supply:
Oak Harbor’s water supply comes from the Skagit River, which is forecast to reach record flood levels this week. Flooding could impact the water treatment facility. Please begin conserving water now to help protect our community’s water stores.
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Travel Impacts:
Anyone planning off-island travel should be aware that flooding in Skagit County may affect both Highway 20 and I-5.
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Current forecasts show the Skagit River in Mt. Vernon reaching peak flood levels around 4:00 AM on Friday, December 12. The exact timing of highway impacts remains uncertain, but flooding may begin as early as Thursday, December 11.
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You are strongly encouraged to delay non-essential travel until floodwaters have receded and officials confirm that roadways are safe.
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Road Conditions:
WSDOT real-time map: https://wsdot.com/Travel/Real-time/Map/
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While water levels are expected to fall fairly quickly, any road closures could remain in place longer depending on damage and safety concerns.
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Skagit County Emergency Information:
https://www.skagitcounty.net/Departments/EmergencyInformation/main.htm?fbclid=IwY2xjawOmfkZleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFUQ1NONnZFSWhpQk1uRVc5c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHsCyWf4cDXqnWLMLhwXYsNzMq-rSZzzcW2f_wFEzhwRDyTzfSlcNwLlWb7h9_aem_4sAunADI0TtpyMiuvKUBow
