For tribes in NW WA, flooding is a fact of life — but it’s getting worse

By: Sophia Gates

Outlets: Cascadia Daily News

Published: January 22, 2026

Words: 1,239

Last Updated: 4 days, 20 hours ago

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Floods have long been a fact of life for tribes in Whatcom and Skagit counties, shaping ancient stories and influencing the way they lived along rivers. But December’s flooding was a destructive reminder that such events are increasing in frequency and severity.

Like other governments in the region, tribes are feeling the urgency to wrangle the river to lessen future devastation.

“We have to do something, and have to respond to ensure that …

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