Washington was still under a state of emergency on Saturday after torrential rains swamped communities. Plus, snow and dangerous cold are falling on some in the Midwest and on the East Coast. Nicole Valdes has more from Washington state.

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) announced more than 50 highways have reopened since the flooding began. However, over a dozen remain closed, including notable closures like US 2 and US 12. US 2 is closed between Skykomish and Tumwater Canyon, with conditions set to be reassessed on Monday.

Rain is in the forecast in the Whatcom County lowlands through the week, following nearly 4 inches of rain last week.

Warm storms have delayed Washington’s ski season as resorts await colder temperatures and better conditions before opening.

SPOKANE, Wash. - Nation Service has issued several watches, warnings, advisories and special weather statements for the coming days and the Northwest braces for severe weather.

Flood water is continuing to keep people from their homes and drivers off some major highways in western Washington.

The Seattle area will see patchy fog with rain that persists into the afternoon then drops off a bit before picking up again later Thursday evening.

Travelers to Washington State or Oregon should be aware that heavy rainfall caused dangerous flooding.