(CNN) Record rain and snow will cause floods, possible landslides, and higher avalanche risks across western Washington state, with more forecast to fall through the weekend. Washington National Guard members were also deployed to Centralia in Lewis County, in southwestern Washington state. The cumulative effect of all that rain and snow will increase the threat for river flooding and avalanches. The rain and snow are helpful in mitigating drought conditions, but not when it's too much in a short time. "Extreme weather has created conditions so hazardous that it's too dangerous for our crews to be in the mountain pass areas," the Washington state Department of Transportation tweeted.

Source: CNN January 08, 2022 12:05 UTC