River is Receding But Rescue Continues
December 5th, 2007 | by admin |via [The Chronicle Online]
“ The following is the most recent press release, dated 1 p.m. Tuesday from the Lewis County Sheriff’s Office:
“Rescue personnel are still being utilized in Lewis County to rescue stranded victims of the flood. Boats and helicopters are being utilized throughout western Lewis County, primarily in the Boistfort, Adna, Doty, Galvin, and Centralia areas. It is estimated that at least 300 people have been rescued and evacuated since the floods began.
“Helicopters are being provided by the Navy, Coast Guard, and King County Sheriff’s Office.
“It appears that the water has crested for the Chehalis River and is now receding. The last river reading was 73.58. Stage IV flooding is 73.4.
“Shelters remain open for displaced citizens.” “
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By Bob on Dec 5, 2007
Good info and pix on your blog. Wondering what the status is as of mid-morning today, Wednesday.
How fast does the water seem to be receding?
Bob
By admin on Dec 5, 2007
I don’t have any hard numbers, but many local roads and businesses are now accessible. As a point of reference, the Chehalis Denny’s parking lot that was once completely filled to the street is now totally drained.