This is why your phone alarm went off Wednesday morning
A nationwide broadcast of the National Emergency Alert Test will be conducted by FEMA and the Federal Communications Committee (FCC).3 years ago
October ushers in the season of fog in the Puget Sound region
In fact, Olympia ranks as one of the foggiest places on the globe with October at the top of the list of foggiest months.3 years ago
Maui and Spokane: 2 public warning systems and the need for preparedness
The tragic wind-whipped Maui wildfire last month took many lives. How does the public warning system here shape up in comparison?3 years ago
Looking back on a warm and dry summer of 2023 as fall begins
The summer of 2023 in Western Washington can be summarized as warm and dry, which many would say is nearly ideal.3 years ago
Sunny now, El Niño soon; How to prepare
Given the recent hot, dry weather, along with regional wildfires, smoke, and air quality concerns, people should take it seriously.3 years ago
Guide to safe driving for back to school season
With school resuming, that means it is time to review school safety driving skills and break summer season driving habits around schools.3 years ago
What’s the difference between Meteorological fall and Astronomical fall?
Last week, Sept. 1, marked the start of Meteorological Fall. Yes, the astronomical summer season continues until the Fall Equinox, which falls Sept. 223 years ago
Blue moon coming to Puget Sound region, but will we be able to see it?
The next ‘blue moon’ is set to rise Wednesday evening in the eastern sky at 8:13 p.m. in the Puget Sound region.3 years ago
Seattle heat wave: Hot weather could break records this week
This week will involve the longest stretch of hot weather in the greater Seattle region so far this year, and that raises several concerns.3 years ago
Where and when to watch the Perseid Meteor Shower
Earth’s rotation around the sun carries the planet through the Perseids during the period of about July 17 through August 24.3 years ago
A look at those behind the curtain supporting Seafair
Seattle’s Summer Festival, Seafair, is underway and will reach the hydroplane finish line this weekend.3 years ago
Dry July continues trend of below-average rainfall in WA
July was the fifth month so far this year that was drier than normal across much of western Washington, a trend likely to continue.3 years ago
Once in a ‘blue moon’: Seattle night sky will be bright this August
Ever heard the term 'once in a blue moon?' This August will have two full moons, which will brighten up the Seattle night sky.3 years ago
Angel Flights are flying people to the medical services they need
Angel Flight West's mission is to arrange donated flights for people in need and provide safe passage to and from medical care.3 years ago
Seattle has ‘air-conditioned weather’ compared to rest of US
When MLB All-Stars were in Seattle a week ago, many expressed how great the weather was compared to the rest of the U.S.3 years ago
What Washington’s dry weather may mean for this summer
Since the June 21st summer solstice, it has been bone dry across much of Western Washington. This summer's dry weather is even well ahead of last year's record dry summer.3 years ago
Northern lights likely to illuminate Washington skies Thursday
Wednesday and Thursday nights offer a great opportunity to see the northern lights without taking a trip to Alaska or Canada.3 years ago
Seattle All-Star Week weather is a home run
In time for the All-Star activities today and Tuesday, near-ideal Chamber of Commerce weather will be in play.3 years ago
Washington wildfire season just warming up with high rain deficits
The fireworks may be over, but the threat of wildfires – both rural and urban – remains.3 years ago
Seattle summer weather: Is the June gloom more myth than reality?
On the calendar, summer began June 21. Yet, many voice the myth that summer in western Washington does not begin until July 5.3 years ago
Odds slim for another Pacific Northwest ‘heat dome’ this summer
It has been two years since the historic ‘heat dome’ parked over the Pacific Northwest during the last week of June.3 years ago
Summer solstice to see return of sunshine across Puget Sound
As summer begins with the solstice today, the sun will emerge across the Puget Sound region, and temperatures will once again warm up.3 years ago
