A Tuesday evening safety alert warning that high winds coupled with king tides would flood Whatcom County coastal areas on Wednesday was challenged by calmer conditions than anticipated.
While areas of the county did experience flooding, it was less severe than Tuesday.
Bellingham Bay’s water level has been unusually high, flooding parts of Boulevard Park and approaching the base of the Taylor Dock walkway. Squalicum Creek swelled, flooding parts of Roeder Avenue, but the road remained open today.
Coastal areas in the county like Sandy Point and Birch Bay experienced the flooding of homes and roadways. Those whose homes have flooded are encouraged to call the Red Cross at 1-800-RED CROSS.
