This was the neighbor's house before the flood. This picture was
taken on March 6, 2009. They had already lost their gazebo
and outdoor seating area and knew it would be just a matter
of time before the house was taken.
Steps to the door are the only remains of the neighbor's home
In January of this year, La Nina did her damage in the Pacific Northwest. Rain was pouring down and the snow was melting...a deadly combination. I knew the North Fork of the Skykomish River would be near flood stage and wanted to see what was happening at The Drunken Bear. When I arrived at the property I immediately noticed a change...a neighbor's house was no longer there. This house was located at the bend in the river just east of our cabin. This neighbor had lost their patio and all of the land in front of their home last year. The house was sitting on the bank of the river, but below it were some very huge boulders. We had been hoping the boulders would keep the river from tearing away the bank any further, but if you have ever been near flood waters, you know how forceful they can be. If nothing is done, the erosion could continue and would eventually take out the rock wall protecting our property. Worse than that however, it could also cause the loss of all the houses west of us as they are very close to the river's edge. We have not heard any news on any plans to extend the wall, but hope something will be done.
1. View of the river in front of The Drunken Bear.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c7rDDIpqXe4
2. This is where the neighbor's home once stood.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J3Z_j6X1niM
3. Steps are the only reminder of the former home.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HRjNm5_KzGA
4. The Drunken Bear is set back from the river.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Naw08NQaAug
5. Index-Galena Road is a tributary to the river.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LaFkdFLcN3E
6. A small creek swells and adds to the havoc.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ePJApUzaDhE&feature=related
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