flood recovery
After the flood: still rebuilding amid uncertainty, anxiety—and community
November 17, 2022
Kai Uyehara
A year after flooding devastated the Nooksack Valley, survivors continue working to recover from damages, prepare for future flooding—and wait for government funds and solutions.
Flood survivors face next flood season while awaiting long-term fixes
September 15, 2022
Kai Uyehara
Flood season is coming faster than housing solutions, as recovery from November 2021 flooding continues in Whatcom County.
photo: Matt Benoit © 2022
Flood recovery continues in Sumas, seven months on
June 24, 2022
Matt Benoit
With both optimism and anxiety about what may lie ahead, Sumas is still in recovery from November’s devastating flooding.
Devastated after flooding, north Whatcom County moves into recovery mode
December 3, 2021
Salish Current staff
Well over 700 homes have been reported damaged in Whatcom County after the area endured three atmospheric rivers in less than three weeks. While cleanup is underway, the impacts on lives and livelihoods will continue for some time.