Tim Hohl, KIRO Newsradio
WA closing in on 1 million acres burned as drought fuels one of state’s worst wildfire seasons
Washington’s drought is making an already busy wildfire season worse, and the outlook into fall is not encouraging.3 hours ago
Ted Buehner
70% chance western WA’s upcoming El Niño winter will be a ‘record event’
The latest seasonal weather outlook for the nation, including Western Washington, was recently released and reflects an ongoing strengthening El Niño heading into this winter.10 hours ago
Meteorologist Nick Allard, KIRO 7 News
Smoke and haze increasing Monday, decreasing Tuesday as temperatures rise
In a calm weather pattern with plenty of sunshine, increasing smoke and haze will be the weather story Monday.10 hours ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Level 3 evacuations in Yakima County for Colwash Fire
Level 3 GO NOW evacuations are in effect in Yakima County for the Colwash Fire.1 day ago
Chief Meteorologist Morgan Palmer, KIRO 7 News
High risk of thunderstorms sparking new fires this weekend
There is a high risk of new fire starts over the coming days — through the weekend into next week — as thunderstorms are once again forecast to dot the landscape of Washington.2 days ago
Jason Sutich
Wildfire smoke triggers Air Quality Alert for 33 WA cities
An Air Quality Alert was issued Wednesday for several cities in central and northeastern Washington due to wildfire smoke sweeping through the area.4 days ago
Chief Meteorologist Morgan Palmer, KIRO 7 News
Pinpoint Alert for Saturday thunderstorm threat across Washington
There's potential for lightning in the mountains and even in some lowland locations, with the threat to those outdoors as well as the potential for lightning strikes to start new fires.4 days ago
MyNorthwest Staff
‘Mainly mountain’ thunderstorms could move west Friday into the weekend
Enjoy the late-summer sunshine this week, as thunderstorms could strike western Washington starting Friday into the weekend.5 days ago
Aaron Granillo
Firefighters make progress on wildfire near Mount Rainier’s Sunrise Visitor Center
Firefighters are gaining ground on a wildfire burning near one of Mount Rainier's most popular destinations, the Sunrise Visitor Center.7 days ago
Meteorologist Nick Allard, KIRO 7
Weather: This week brings nice, but shorter days as summer drifts away
Summer is still hanging on, but we’re starting to lose daylight pretty quickly now. We’re nearly two months past the summer solstice.7 days ago
MyNorthwest staff with wire reports
SEA flights delayed, canceled as Hawaii recovers from Hurricane Lala
Flights at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) are delayed or canceled as airlines work to recover from the storm that swept across Hawaii over the weekend.7 days ago
Ted Buehner
More wildfire smoke likely to sweep into western Washington
With the wildfire season likely to extend well into September, another change in the winds can sweep even more smoke across western Washington.7 days ago
Ted Buehner
Earth just had its 3rd-hottest year on record, latest climate report finds
The American Meteorological Society released the 36th annual State of the Climate report, highlights the warming planet, both on land and at sea.9 days ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Did you see it? Fireball lights up the sky over WA
A bright fireball lit up the night sky across the Pacific Northwest early Friday morning. Watch the video here.10 days ago
Ted Buehner
Western WA is primed to burn as dry, warm conditions persist
Western Washington is dry, illustrated by all the brown unirrigated lawns and fields of dry grass. Much of Washington is also in moderate drought conditions.10 days ago
Frank Lenzi
Alaska earthquake could send 20-foot tsunami waves to Washington coast in just 3.5 hours, new study warns
A new study from the Washington Geological Survey finds tsunami activity could last 24 hours or more, and the first wave might not be the biggest.11 days ago
Lexi Herda, Katy Wade, and Julie Berg, KIRO 7 News
All evacuation levels lifted for Spokane Area Fires
Tuesday afternoon, fire officials lifted all remaining evacuations for the Spokane Area Fires.13 days ago
Meteorologist Nick Allard, KIRO 7 News
WEATHER: Storms and fire danger, some haze possible
We have another nice summer day ahead, but there will be a few changes to watch as we head into Wednesday and Thursday.13 days ago
Ted Buehner
Perseid meteor shower peaks this week under clear skies
The summer months offer a great time to view the night sky, including prime time views of the very popular Perseid meteor shower.13 days ago
Jason Sutich
New wildfire scorches more than 300 acres near Mount Rainier, 0% containment
A new fire burning near Mount Rainier has already torched more than 300 acres and is 0% contained, as of this reporting.14 days ago
Meteorologist Nick Allard, KIRO 7 News
Weekend Weather: Air quality improves, Red Flag Warnings remain in effect
We’re still waking up to some smoke and haze across western Washington, but the good news is air quality is much improved.17 days ago
Julia Dallas
City of Seattle issues Stage 2 Burn Ban
The City of Seattle has joined King County in issuing a Stage 2 Burn Ban as dry, hot conditions persist.17 days ago
John Curley Show
‘It’s nonsense’: Cliff Mass says ‘crazy people starting fires’ has nothing to do with climate change
Spokane Complex Fires rage on as Cliff Mass highlights the climate change claims are unsupported and rising winds could affect the region's safety.17 days ago
Julia Dallas
4 celestial events will light up the sky on Aug. 12
Wherever you are on Wednesday, Aug. 12, take a moment to look up. Four celestial events will be taking place throughout the day.18 days ago
