The damage from the flood has been incredible. And we have seen lots of pics, and it may have wore some us down with all the loss and hardship. But this pic gives a unique angle, and I thought I would share.

This is the area around Walmart, Applebees, etc.

I have lived here through the Columbus Day Storm, the '65 and '01 quakes, the '96 Ice Storm, and Mt. St. Helens blowing up real good. This one is up there in the same league, especially for those folks in Lewis, Grays Harbor, and Pacific counties. Here in McCleary I heard what could be a rural legend-- supposedly dead livestock are hanging from trees down south of here. But then again we are a town of storytellers. I'd be interested in hearing from anyone out there who can confirm this tale.

It’s always easier to face adversity with a really good cuppa joe and here in Olympia we have our own version of good coffee: Batdorf and Bronson or BnB. It happens that they have a shop just down the street so I hustle down for a triple Americano as Mrs C was calling around to make connections with contractors early. Chairman Meow, our Siamese illegal, smuggled across the not pet border in the dark of night helped out by lazing on the bed.

Paul Johnson blogs a great story from the heart, read My personal Disaster Recovery.

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(Olympia, WA) Olympia Mayor Mark Foutch has declared a state of emergency due to localized flooding and potential damage to City infrastructure from today’s rain and wind storm. The declaration allows the City to suspend normal bidding procedures and make emergency arrangements with private contractors for services. The City of Olympia fully activated its emergency operations center (EOC) at 10:30 a.m. this morning to monitor and respond to storm related events.

Garfield Nature Trail Closed Garfield Nature Trail is closed due to mudslides across portions of the trail and a sewer line separation.

Garfield Sewer Trestle A portion of City sewer line suspended by a trestle along the ravine at Garfield Nature Trail has separated. The City is using its emergency powers to arrange for a contractor to evaluate and repair the line.

Decatur Street The City of Olympia is temporarily opening Decatur Street at Caton Way for emergency vehicle response only.

Roads Close The following streets are closed due to flooding: Both Cooper Point Road and Black Lake Boulevard from the Highway 101 intersection to Capital Mall Drive. Grandview Avenue at Madison West Bay Drive between Brawne Avenue and Raft Hill

Motorists are reminded: Always obey and do not go around “road closed” signs. They are there for your protection. If you see excessive water in the roadway, avoid the area if possible. Never drive through flowing water, a foot of water can float most cars. Keep an emergency kit in your car. Listen to the radio for traffic updates, and follow recommended routes. Avoid unnecessary trips.

For information about road closures contact Olympia Public Works at 753-8588 (Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) or visit our website at www.olympiawa.gov for updates or information on road closures and flooding.