Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson declared a statewide emergency, estimating that as many as 100,000 residents may soon face evacuation orders.

BURLINGTON — Floodwaters began to recede on Friday after historic inundation in Washington state, but the areas hardest hit by flooding could face another wave of atmospheric river next week, and more inundation is looming.

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Heavy rain​ has triggered flooding, rescues and road closures in Washington state, with Gov. Bob Ferguson declaring a statewide emergency​.

After thousands of residents in some Washington towns were evacuated, the federal government approved a request to seek emergency financial aid.

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Record flooding in Washington state has forced tens of thousands of people to evacuate after torrential rains this week.

"The only clothes I got is just my pajamas," 7-year-old Jocelyn Rosas told CBS News' Carter Evans, as flooding devastated parts of Washington state.