An atmospheric river brought severe weather, including heavy rain and widespread flooding, to the Pacific Northwest, prompting Washington Governor Bob Ferguson to activate the state’s Emergency Operations Center.The powerful storm caused significant road closures, power outages, and necessitated multiple high-water rescues, with rivers like the Skagit River and Snoqualmie River exceeding major flood levels.Forecasters warned of continued critical conditions and potential record-breaking river crests this week, with additional storm systems expected later and into the holidays.