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blewett pass...
Frank Sumrall

Blewett Pass back open after closing in both directions due to heavy snowfall

Blewett Pass, a mountain pass in the Wenatchee Mountains along US 97, was shut down in both directions Monday morning due to heavy snowfall.
1 year ago
hailstorm thunder seattle hail...
MyNorthwest Staff

First thunder-and-hailstorm of fall strikes Seattle

Buckets of rain hit Seattle and other neighboring cities in the Puget Sound region, followed by a hailstorm accompanied by thunder and lightning. 
1 year ago
san andreas fault - pacific northwest...
Julia Dallas

Pacific Northwest earthquake ‘the big one’ could set off ‘the bigger one,’ study finds

A potentially massive earthquake in the Pacific Northwest, termed "the big one," could actually set off an even larger earthquake, a study found.
1 year ago
rain seattle snow...
Frank Sumrall

Last 70+ degree day in Seattle is in rearview mirror as rain strikes region

Rain is on tap for Seattle and the Puget Sound region for the rest of the week, with the latest weather pattern ushering in cool, wet autumn weather starting Thursday.
1 year ago
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Ted Buehner

63 years after Columbus Day Storm, is western Washington prepared for the next big wind storm?

Hurricane season in the Atlantic and the Pacific Oceans wraps up around Nov. 1. Though some in Western Washington ask, “Do we get hurricanes here?”
1 year ago
Seattle Mariners rain delay...
Jason Sutich

Seattle’s ironic weakness: Mariners 1-6 when rain delays games

The Seattle rain has seemingly traveled with the Mariners to Detroit as they face the Tigers in game three of the Divisional Series on Tuesday afternoon.
1 year ago
supermoon...
Julia Dallas

Don’t miss this year’s final 3 supermoons

There are three supermoons expected in October, November, and December this year.
1 year ago
washington summer weather...
Ted Buehner

Summer 2025 review: Warm and dry weather fuels wildfires statewide

The summer of 2025 in western Washington can be summarized as warm and dry – many would say nearly ideal.
1 year ago
The Yakima Basin...
Julia Dallas

Unprecedented: State cuts Yakima Basin surface water amid three-year drought

In an unprecedented move, Ecology halted surface water use from October 6 to the end of the month in the Yakima Basin.
1 year ago
blob heatwave...
Ted Buehner

‘The blob’ returns: Record Pacific Ocean heatwave threatens weather, marine life

It’s Back!!! The "blob" has returned. This "blob" is the marine heatwave that now spans much of the Northeast Pacific Ocean.
1 year ago
Blewett Pass wildfire closure...
Frank Lenzi

Blewett Pass closure continues due to wildfire

A wildfire near Blewett Pass keeps US Highway 97 closed through the weekend, affecting travel plans for many.
1 year ago
rain seattle snow...
Ted Buehner

Much-needed rain returns to Western WA next week, ending dry weather streak

It was due to happen sooner or later. A change in the overall dry weather pattern is coming to an end. For those who have been waiting for rain to help clear the wildfire smoke and douse the fires, the rain is finally coming.
1 year ago
big dark seattle daylight...
Frank Sumrall

No more 7 p.m. sunsets in Western WA as the Big Dark approaches

The last 7 p.m. sunset of the year happened Thursday, Sept. 25, for Seattle and western Washington, meaning the Big Dark is coming.
1 year ago
Bear Gulch Fire Dry Creek Trail...
Julia Dallas

Level 3 evacuations in place for homes near Dry Creek Trail

Urgent Level 3 evacuations issued for homes near Dry Creek Trail amid Bear Gulch Fire threat.
1 year ago
Washington hazy skies...
Heather Bosch

More hazy skies for western Washington

Expect smoky skies in the Puget Sound region on Tuesday and Wednesday. Stay informed about air quality and visibility conditions.
1 year ago
autumn fall leaves wa...
Ted Buehner

Autumn in WA: timing, weather, and viewing destinations

Fall has arrived. This season is the time of year when tree leaves change colors, offering a collection of vibrant autumn hues.
1 year ago
90+ degree days seattle fall equinox...
Ted Buehner

Seattle ties record for amount of 90+ degree days; fall equinox to bring cooler weather

But that single day of 91 on Tuesday pushed the number of 90+ degree days to eight for the year, matching the average established since 2015.
1 year ago
Bear Gulch Fire Lake Cushman...
Heather Bosch

Large fire on Olympic Peninsula rages on as dry conditions fuel spread

The Bear Gulch Fire now covers nearly 16,000 acres, driven by severe dry conditions. Stay informed on the latest developments.
1 year ago
Mount St. Helens...
Julia Dallas

Why is ash swirling around Mount St. Helens?

Discover the latest on Mount St. Helens. Is the recent activity ash or signs of an eruption? Get informed on current events.
1 year ago
earthquake whidbey island...
Frank Sumrall

Whidbey Island earthquake downgraded from 3.1 to 2.9, PNSN confirms

A 2.9-magnitude earthquake struck Whidbey Island near Lagoon Point Monday night. The earthquake was first reported at approximately 6:30 p.m. Monday.
1 year ago
Mason County washington wildfire...
Ted Buehner

Despite weekend rain, Washington’s wildfire season persists

Despite weekend rain, Washington's wildfire season persists due to high pressure and offshore flow from eastern Washington.
1 year ago
seattle weather forecast...
Ted Buehner

When will it rain? This weekend’s weather outlook amid ongoing wildfires

Discover the Seattle weather forecast and find out if rain is expected this weekend amidst concerns of wildfire smoke and air quality.
1 year ago
wildfire Washington sugarloaf evacuations...
Heather Bosch

Central Washington wildfire continues to grow, Level 2 evacuations issued

The Sugarloaf Fire in central Washington grows, affecting thousands of acres as it continues to spread near Leavenworth.
1 year ago
Photo: Damage is seen in a neighbourhood in Issaquah, Wash., Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024, after a 'bom...
Ted Buehner

Preparing for PNW fall: September winds mark storm season’s return

La Niña impacts Pacific Northwest storms, leading to heavy rain and windstorms this fall. Prepare for significant weather changes.
1 year ago