Pendleton, Ore. – Excessive rain — Forecasters are warning excessive rainfall across Oregon and southwest Washington could cause flooding, landslides and other problems.
The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch from the Oregon coast to the Cascades. It is in effect through Monday afternoon.
Officials said the foothills and Cascades are expected to see 6 to 12 inches of rain, the coast 4 to 8 inches, and the interior up to 4 inches. Too much rainfall can lead to landslides, debris flow and excessive runoff.
Officials also warn rising water levels on roadways can create treacherous driving conditions. The rains are caused by a Pacific storm system that’s fed by moisture from the South China Sea.
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