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Washington state faces 'historic' flooding, forcing thousands to evacuate

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After days of persistent heavy rainfall, widespread flooding has struck multiple areas of Washington state in the United States. Torrential rains this week have forced tens of thousands of residents to evacuate, as at least four rivers reached what authorities described as "historic" flood levels. Experts have warned that even more severe flooding could occur in the coming days, prompting Washington state to declare a state of emergency.

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