SEASIDE, Ore — The atmospheric river sweeping through northwest Oregon and southwest Washington Friday dumped rain along the coast, and although conditions were soaking wet, it didn’t stop people from enjoying their afternoon.

Some, like Jonathan Arnot, had date night scheduled and didn’t let the rain ruin the plans.

“Took a day off of work, and just decided, well, the coast is the best place to be, and rain or shine, we’re used to it at this point, so we might as well just have a fun time and enjoy it while it lasts,” he said.

Arnot said the key is making sure you’re prepared: “If you don’t own a rain jacket, you're not from around here, so you might as well own it or move out.”

Others, like Jessica VanderNaald, were visiting from Chicago.

She explained while weather like this isn’t

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