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A kayaker runs through a class III rapid known as Maytag during peak flows on the White Salmon river during the atmospheric river in BZ Corner, Washington on Dec. 10. Maytag is a popular, “punchy” Class III rapid right at the put-in for the middle section of the White Salmon River. While generally considered a Class III, the rapid packs a punch and can feel like a IV at higher flows like those brought on by the recent weather system. The intense atmospheric river hit both Oregon and Washington bringing with it significant flooding, landslides, and record rainfall. While the main storm moved north, causing severe issues in Washington and B.C., Oregon saw major impacts, particularly in the Coast Range and Portland area. Forecasts are calling for more moisture and another potential system potentially stressing already saturated ground.

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