Federal disaster assistance has been approved for Washington state in response to severe weather events that occurred from December 5 to 19, 2025. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced that the aid will support recovery efforts for damage caused by severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides, and mudslides. The presidential disaster declaration unlocks federal funding for affected individuals and communities in several counties, including Chelan, Grays Harbor, King, Lewis, Pacific, Pierce, Skagit, Snohomish, Thurston, and Whatcom. Numerous tribal communities within these areas are also included in the declaration, ensuring they receive the necessary resources for recovery.