12/14/2025 10:30 AM
City of Burlington Flood Update (Sunday, December 14, 2025, 9:42AM)
We want to sincerely thank our community for your patience, understanding, and cooperation as we navigate this flood event together. We have been incredibly proud to see neighbors helping neighbors and the community coming together during a challenging time.
Our Burlington Police Department, Fire Department, National Guard, Streets Division, and City staff have been working around the clock to protect our city, support residents, and provide timely information. We are doing our very best to communicate clearly and consistently, and we will continue to share updates as conditions change.
We are expecting additional rain and high winds this week. Please use these FAQs to stay prepared, take precautions, and stay informed. As new information becomes available, we will update the community.
Thank you for your patience, kindness, and understanding during this flooding event. We know this hasn’t been easy, and we truly appreciate the way our community has supported one another.
City teams and emergency partners will continue working to keep Burlington safe and informed in the days ahead. Please keep checking official updates, stay prepared for additional rain and wind, and look out for your neighbors.
We’ll keep sharing updates as things change. You’re not alone - we’re in this together. #SkagitStrong
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12/14/2025 10:00 AM
The floods have impacted us all. As community leaders continue to assess the flood threat and the damage it has left in its wake, we would like to share the following resources with you:
City leaders are currently pulling together plans for a Town Hall gathering. Stay tuned.
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12/12/2025 7:00 PM
As floodwaters recede, Skagit County residents are urged to use caution.
The Skagit River has crested in Concrete and Mount Vernon at historic levels, leading to vast flooding across Skagit Valley. The river crested at 41.1 feet in Concrete on Thursday at 6:45 a.m. and at 37.73 feet in Mount Vernon on Friday at 12:15 a.m. Flooding along Gages Slough led to additional evacuation notices in the City of Burlington on Friday morning.
As floodwaters recede, Skagit County urges residents to proceed with caution. Residents may return home if routes are open and safe for travel and their home is not currently affected by flooding. There are still neighborhoods and towns which are flooded and unsafe for return. Emergency operators are continuing to respond to the flood event. Those who still need resources such as shelter information can visit the Skagit County incident page here: www.skagitcounty.net/flood
If conditions are safe and residents choose to return home, Skagit County urges them to keep the following safety reminders top of mind:
- Respect all road closure signs. Refer to the live Skagit County road closure map here: skagitcounty.net/flood
- Do not drive through any water over roadways.
- Stay out of floodwater. It can be contaminated, contain dangerous debris, and hide other hazards. Underground or downed power lines can also electrically charge the water.
The National Weather Service is monitoring additional atmospheric rivers forecasted to hit Skagit County starting Sunday evening through Wednesday. These storms could cause additional flood events, especially as the river will not be able to fully recede by Sunday. Residents should be prepared for additional information regarding these weather events.
Please monitor forecasts and be ready for additional weather alerts. You can find health and information about floods at www.SkagitCounty.net/Flood under “Important Information.”
For updated river forecasts, please visit www.skagitcounty.net/Departments/EmergencyInformation/levels.htm or call the River Level Hotline at (360) 416-1404. For more local emergency information, sign up for the emergency information listserv or follow Skagit County on Facebook @SkagitCountyWA. The River Level Hotline at (360) 416-1404 and www.skagitcounty.net/flood are updated frequently during events and can be resources for information as well.
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12/12/2025 3:47 PM
The evacuation order for the City of Burlington is still in place. Some areas remain inaccessible at this time.
Homeowners residing in the red evacuation zones may return briefly to check on their property if they choose to do so, but please use caution and be aware that conditions can change rapidly.
See MAP of Modified Evacuation Area.
We know this is a stressful and uncertain time, and we appreciate your patience and understanding. We'll continue to share updates as new information becomes available. Please continue to follow official guidance and stay safe.
For more resources and other information, continue to visit www.skagit.net/flood.
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12/12/2025 9:30 AM
The mayor of Burlington has announced that there is a PARTIAL lift in the Burlington evacuation order.
Anyone whose home or business located WEST of the NORT/SOUTH running RAILROAD TRACKS in Burlington may return home and open business as usual.
See MAP of Modified Evacuation Area.
We will continue to offer updates as we learn them. Please continue to check back for current information or visit www.skagit.net/flood
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12/12/2025 6:00 AM
ALL RESIDENTS IN THE CITY OF BURLINGTON SHOULD EVACUATE IMMEDIATELY.
Gages Slough is flooding into homes in Burlington.
The National Guard has been called to assist and will go door to door to notify residents and help evacuate.
Bayview Elementary School has been added as an Emergency Shelter, located at 15241 Josh Wilson Road. Additional shelter information can be found below.
Visit skagitcounty.net/flood for additional information.
TO MONITOR ROAD CLOSURES:
visit the Skagit County road closure website here: www.skagitcounty.net/reporting/roadclose/
TO MONITOR RIVER LEVELS:
https://www.skagitcounty.net/Departments/EmergencyInformation/levels.htm
TO VIEW FORECASTED RIVER LEVELS:
Use NOAA's National Water Prediction Service
TO MONITOR UPDATES FROM SKAGIT DEPT. OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT:
skagitcounty.net/flood
12/10/25 8:00 PM
The County's Level-3 GO Immediate Evacuation alert remains. Residents of Burlington and other communities within the 100-year Flood Plain should EVACUATE NOW.
I-5 is outside the flood plain and can be used for travel. Please do not drive over flooded roadways and practice "turn around, don't drown". Follow all road closure and cautionary signs and do not drive around barricades. Water can be deeper and faster moving than anticipated, presenting significant risk to drivers and their passengers. Residents should monitor river levels and be ready for additional alerts.
City offices, the Library, and Parks & Recreation will remain closed through Friday, December 12. Check back here for updates as they become available.
EMERGENCY SHELTERS & SAFE PARKING OPTIONS
The Skagit County Emergency Operations Center is coordinating shelters with local organizations, churches, towns, and the American Red Cross. Shelters and parking are on a first-come, first-served basis. Residents displaced by floodwaters can seek shelter in the following places.
EMERGENCY SHELTERS
Bayview Elementary School
15241 Josh Wilson Road, Burlington, WA 98233
ADA Accessible
Pets on leash allowed
Bethany Covenant Church – Red Cross Approved Shelter
1318 S 18th St, Mount Vernon, WA 98274
1-800-RED-CROSS (800-733-2767)
No pets allowed
Concrete High School
7830 South Superior Avenue, Concrete, WA 98237
360-391-2589
No pets allowed
Family Promise at Central United Methodist Church
1013 Polte Rd, Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284
360-854-0743
Pets accommodated if possible
OVERNIGHT VEHICLE PARKING LOTS
Silo Park Parking Lot
7503 N Superior, Concrete, WA
Parking Lot Behind Superior Building
45418 Main Street, Concrete, WA
Concrete Community Center
45821 Railroad Avenue, Concrete, WA
RV Parking
(No hookups or facilities)
Bakerview Park – RV Lot Only
3101 East Fir Street, Mount Vernon, WA 98273
Skagit Speedway
4796 Old Highway 99 North, Burlington, WA 98233
OFFICIAL FLOOD PLAIN MAPS & ROAD CONDITIONS
Residents should use the county’s interactive floodplain map to confirm whether their home is within the evacuation zone:
Skagit County Flood Plain Map: www.skagitcounty.net/flood
(Floodplain areas are marked in yellow/orange)
Know your route before evacuating. Track state-wide road conditions and closures here:
Please follow all detours, road closures, and direction from emergency personnel.
INFORMATION & ASSISTANCE
Skagit County DEM – Sandbag Resources
dem@co.skagit.wa.us
360-416-2090
Road closures:
www.skagitcounty.net/reporting/roadclose/
River Level Hotline:
360-416-1404
General flood information & updates:
www.skagitcounty.net/flood
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12/10/25 6:00PM
Skagit County Public Safety Alert
Residents around Sedro-Woolley and Burlington are Level-3 GO for Immediate Evacuation. Historic flooding is occurring on the Skagit and Samish Rivers.
EVACUATE NOW. Roads may be closed due to high water, plan your route to high ground away from the river. DO NOT WAIT.
- Level 3 GO!– Evacuation immediately from your area.
- Leave now! Danger in your area.
- Follow directions from 911, police, fire departments, or local government agencies.
- Do not return home until officials have determined it is safe.
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12/10/25 2:00PM
The U.S. National Weather Service is predicting historic flooding for Skagit County. As you might imagine, current flood conditions change rapidly. We would like to share a few resources with you that we hope will keep you informed and prepared.
Skagit County Department of Emergency Management is your
go-to source for questions and the most up to date information.
Other Resources:
Road Closures: To monitor road closures, visit the Skagit County road closure website here: www.skagitcounty.net/reporting/roadclose/.
Forecasts & Alerts: Residents should monitor forecasts and be ready for additional weather alerts. For health, safety, and preparedness information about floods, visit www.skagitcounty.net/Flood/Documents/FAW%20Insert%202025.pdf.
For updated river forecasts, please visit www.skagitcounty.net/Departments/EmergencyInformation/levels.htm or call the River Level Hotline at (360) 416-1404.
For more local emergency information, sign up for the emergency information listserv or follow Skagit County on Facebook @SkagitCountyWA ((www.facebook.com/SkagitCountyWA/).
Flood Hotline for general questions about this flooding event at (360) 416-2090.
The River Level Hotline at (360) 416-1404 and www.skagitcounty.net/flood are updated frequently during events and can be resources for information as well.
