Days of torrential rain in Washington state have caused historic floods, stranding families on rooftops and washing over bridges.

While the torrential downpour caused by an atmospheric river has slowed down, rivers and waterways continue to rise and flood in the state.

The Pacific Northwest is dealing with historic flooding, with more rain expected in the coming days. Carter Evans reports, and Lonnie Quinn has the forecast.

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

Portions of western Washington state have experienced a month’s worth of rain within the past few days, causing historic flooding, damaging mudslides and more than 100,00 people facing potential evacuations.

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

"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.

Four people were rescued from the attic of a home in Washington as "historic" flooding continues to impact the region.