FLOODING ON THE COWLITZ RIVER: "This is what a 12' crest looks like just downstream from the James Frankland Bridge at 9 a.m. on December 10," wrote Packwood resident Bill Serrahn, who provided this video. | The Chronicle

EAST LEWIS COUNTY FLOODING: Cowlitz River flooding leaves Cascade Peaks Family Campground in Randle covered in debris on Thursday, Dec. 11, after many residents were forced to flee amid rising water levels earlier this week. The Cowlitz River has receded below flood stage at Packwood and is beginning to drop at Randle, though it remains at flood stage there. We have teams in Randle and Packwood documenting flood damage today. To submit a tip, photos or videos, email the newsroom at news@chronlin

COWLITZ RIVER AT RANDLE: Here's a look at flooding from the Cowlitz River at Randle a short time ago. This is at the intersection of U.S. Highway 12 and state Route 131. The Cowlitz is close to its first crest of the flooding event, reaching major flood stage above 22 feet. It is expected to recede slightly before rising to major flood stage once more this afternoon and into Wednesday. It is predicted to stay at those levels through Friday. More coverage to come. Video by Chronicle reporter Owen