Flood Watch — Chelan County, Washington
Conditions are favorable for flooding to develop.
Current Status
🌊 Active: Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued September 12 at 7:41PM PDT until September 13 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
* WHAT...Debris and ash flows, rock slides, and minor flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible, especially near burn scars. * WHERE...Portions of North Central and Northeast Washington, including the following counties, in North Central Washington, Chelan, Douglas and Okanogan. In Northeast Washington, Ferry. * WHEN...From 1 AM PDT Sunday through Sunday evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in debris and ash flows over burn scars in steep terrain. Rock slides will be possible. Minor flooding in urban areas where there is poor drainage. Storm drains and ditches may become clogged with debris. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - A slow moving storm system will bring persistent bands of rain through Central Washington. Moderate to heavy rain intensities are expected at times. Rainfall amounts will range between 0.50 and 1.50 inches with locally around 2.00 inches in southern Chelan County. - This includes but is not limited to the following burn scars: Modrite, Kaiser Ca
Effective September 12, 2026 at 10:41 PM ET · Expires September 13, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Flood Watch
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Spokane WA
Expires
September 13, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
Last Checked
just now
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Flood Watch mean for Chelan County, Washington?
Conditions are favorable for flooding to develop.
Is this Flood Watch currently active?
Yes — this alert is active as of our last check (just now). It's set to expire September 13, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET.
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Flood Watch is also in effect for Douglas County, Ferry County, Okanogan County.