Seattle Times reports that after multiple rivers crested at record-level major flood levels Thursday, Western Washington residents continued weathering swelling waterways and hoping the worst was over.
Thousands of residents were ordered to evacuate their homes Wednesday and Thursday, including all of those in the Skagit Valley’s 100-year flood plain. Residents in some areas of Pierce, Whatcom, Snohomish and Lewis counties were also told to leave.
The risk is not over. The Skagit River near Mount Vernon crested at a record-breaking 37.7 feet around 12:15 a.m. Friday, presenting the devastated valley with further danger. Snohomish River at Snohomish was still above record high level of flooding as of 5 a.m. Friday. -- nordy
The Skagit River near Mount Vernon reached a record crest of 37.62 feet, breaking the previous record of 37.4 feet set in 1990. The river was forecast to crest at 38.26 feet at 4 a.m. Friday, which would have been 0.86 feet above the prior record.
New York Times, after Trump post, says it won’t be deterred from writing about his health
Seattle Times: The New York Times, attacked by President Donald Trump for reporting about his physical condition, said on Wednesday that it wouldn’t be deterred by “false and inflammatory language” that distorts the role of a free press.
The president had posted on his Truth Social platform that he believed it was “seditious, perhaps even treasonous” for the Times and other media outlets to do “FAKE” reports on his health. Trump already has a $15 billion defamation lawsuit pending against the Times. In the suit, filed in September, Trump targeted four Times journalists about three articles that discussed his finances. He has also been involved in legal cases involving The Associated Press and CBS News, among others.
Nicole Taylor, a spokeswoman for The New York Times, said the outlet’s reporting on Trump’s health is heavily sourced, based on interviews with people close to the president and with medical experts. -- nordy
Spain has made history by running entirely on renewable energy for 24 hours. This milestone marks a significant achievement in the country’s efforts to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels. Solar, wind, and other clean energy sources powered the nation’s grid, proving that a renewable future is not just a possibility but a reality.
The ability for Spain to run on 100% renewable energy is a testament to the country’s commitment to sustainable practices. It also signals a global shift towards more eco-friendly energy sources. If this achievement is replicated worldwide, it could drastically reduce greenhouse gas emissions and help combat climate change.
Spain’s success is a beacon of hope for other nations. As the world faces increasingly severe environmental challenges, countries like Spain show us that transitioning to clean energy is possible—and that the future of energy is bright, renewable, and sustainable.🌞💨
This is an update from wa I am now in Berkeley rehab not sure what rehab is taking place but they are still working to cure the infection in my right left right leg and ankle don't worry about how long I will be here I will try to let you know as soon as possible
Obamacare Changed the Politics of Health Care [The Atlantic] December 12, 2025 at 7:00 pm EST By Taegan Goddard 105 Comments
Jonathan Chait: “Fifteen years after its passage, the ACA is a gigantic political pain point for the GOP. You would think Republicans would have made their peace with the law by now and turned their attention to other issues.”
“But unlike pretty much every other conservative party in the industrialized world, where the legitimacy of universal health coverage is largely a given, the GOP seems resigned to bleed out on health care.”
December 12, 2025 at 7:00 pm EST By Taegan Goddard 105 Comments
Jonathan Chait : “Fifteen years after its passage, the ACA is a gigantic political pain point for the GOP. You would think Republicans would have made their peace with the law by now and turned their attention to other issues.” alan
Seattle Times reports that after multiple rivers crested at record-level major flood levels Thursday, Western Washington residents continued weathering swelling waterways and hoping the worst was over.
ReplyDeleteThousands of residents were ordered to evacuate their homes Wednesday and Thursday, including all of those in the Skagit Valley’s 100-year flood plain. Residents in some areas of Pierce, Whatcom, Snohomish and Lewis counties were also told to leave.
The risk is not over. The Skagit River near Mount Vernon crested at a record-breaking 37.7 feet around 12:15 a.m. Friday, presenting the devastated valley with further danger. Snohomish River at Snohomish was still above record high level of flooding as of 5 a.m. Friday. -- nordy
About 30 highways are closed. -- nordy
I haven't seen anything about the status of the Skagit River dikes. Evidently they're still holding. -- nordy
DeleteBetter news so far than it might have been. How far above the record did the Skagit River crest? I saw they thought it would be 2 feet!
DeleteFound it!
DeleteThe Skagit River near Mount Vernon reached a record crest of 37.62 feet, breaking the previous record of 37.4 feet set in 1990.
The river was forecast to crest at 38.26 feet at 4 a.m. Friday, which would have been 0.86 feet above the prior record.
New York Times, after Trump post, says it won’t be deterred from writing about his health
ReplyDeleteSeattle Times: The New York Times, attacked by President Donald Trump for reporting about his physical condition, said on Wednesday that it wouldn’t be deterred by “false and inflammatory language” that distorts the role of a free press.
The president had posted on his Truth Social platform that he believed it was “seditious, perhaps even treasonous” for the Times and other media outlets to do “FAKE” reports on his health.
Trump already has a $15 billion defamation lawsuit pending against the Times. In the suit, filed in September, Trump targeted four Times journalists about three articles that discussed his finances. He has also been involved in legal cases involving The Associated Press and CBS News, among others.
Nicole Taylor, a spokeswoman for The New York Times, said the outlet’s reporting on Trump’s health is heavily sourced, based on interviews with people close to the president and with medical experts. -- nordy
Court restores disaster mitigation funding to VT, NY and 21 other states
ReplyDeleteFound this on Facebook:
ReplyDeleteSpain has made history by running entirely on renewable energy for 24 hours. This milestone marks a significant achievement in the country’s efforts to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels. Solar, wind, and other clean energy sources powered the nation’s grid, proving that a renewable future is not just a possibility but a reality.
The ability for Spain to run on 100% renewable energy is a testament to the country’s commitment to sustainable practices. It also signals a global shift towards more eco-friendly energy sources. If this achievement is replicated worldwide, it could drastically reduce greenhouse gas emissions and help combat climate change.
Spain’s success is a beacon of hope for other nations. As the world faces increasingly severe environmental challenges, countries like Spain show us that transitioning to clean energy is possible—and that the future of energy is bright, renewable, and sustainable.🌞💨
This is an update from wa I am now in Berkeley rehab not sure what rehab is taking place but they are still working to cure the infection in my right left right leg and ankle don't worry about how long I will be here I will try to let you know as soon as possible
ReplyDeleteHi W.A.! Good to have you back, even if you're not home yet.
Deletewhat Cat said!
Delete---alan
Well done! So glad you got promoted!
DeleteThanks so much for the update! 🌻
Obamacare Changed the Politics of Health Care [The Atlantic]
ReplyDeleteDecember 12, 2025 at 7:00 pm EST By Taegan Goddard 105 Comments
Jonathan Chait: “Fifteen years after its passage, the ACA is a gigantic political pain point for the GOP. You would think Republicans would have made their peace with the law by now and turned their attention to other issues.”
“But unlike pretty much every other conservative party in the industrialized world, where the legitimacy of universal health coverage is largely a given, the GOP seems resigned to bleed out on health care.”
December 12, 2025 at 7:00 pm EST By Taegan Goddard 105 Comments
Jonathan Chait : “Fifteen years after its passage, the ACA is a gigantic political pain point for the GOP. You would think Republicans would have made their peace with the law by now and turned their attention to other issues.”
alan