Weather

New Study Shows Increase In Stormy Weather In Western Washington

Ashley Ahearn — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 14:46:49 +0000

Climate change will affect different regions of the country in different ways. In the Southwest it may get warmer and drier. In the Northwest, however, climate models predict it getting warmer and wetter.

Three Month Outlook Forecasts Chilly Winter Ahead

Tom Banse — Sat, 19 Jan 2013 01:02:55 +0000

Just about all the cities in the Northwest have endured a stretch of abnormally cold weather. Now an updated three-month climate outlook suggests the past could be prologue.

The latest computer model run by the National Climate Prediction Center increases the likelihood for below normal temperatures during the next three months in most of our region.

Dozens Crash In Spokane After Snowfall, Speed Biggest Factor

Paige Browning — Wed, 09 Jan 2013 14:49:42 +0000

In the past two days, there have been 149 vehicle crashes in Spokane County. Though snow falls in Spokane every year, Police say they still see a rise in car-wrecks on icy winter roads. Paige Browning reports.

High Winds, Heavy Rain Pummel The Northwest

Chris Lehman — Tue, 20 Nov 2012 01:35:10 +0000

High winds and heavy rain are pummeling the Northwest Monday. Downed trees and floodwaters have closed countless roads, making the evening commute a difficult one. Salem Correspondent Chris Lehman went to check out a creek near his home.

Forecast Predicts Drier Than Normal Winter For Northwest

Tom Banse — Thu, 18 Oct 2012 23:45:25 +0000

Rain may be in the forecast for much of the region tonight and tomorrow, but the Northwest is in for a drier than normal winter. That's according to an updated long-term forecast released Thursday by the National Weather Service.

Northwest Dry Spell Almost At An End

Chris Lehman — Fri, 12 Oct 2012 12:56:41 +0000

The streak of dry weather in much of the Northwest is about to come to a soggy end. A weather system fueled by subtropical moisture is bearing down on the region.

Northwest Skiers Bank On Early Forecasts Being Wrong

Jessica Robinson — Mon, 08 Oct 2012 22:59:10 +0000

Weather forecasters say the current dry spell in the Northwest may turn into a dry winter. But the region’s ski areas aren’t buying it. They’re banking on enough snowfall for winter sports.

Smoke Creating Vicious Cycle In Northwest Skies

Jessica Robinson — Mon, 24 Sep 2012 23:50:55 +0000

The fight against numerous large fires in central Washington is turning the corner. Since the weekend, fire bosses have been able to release nearly 400 firefighters from the blazes near Wenatchee. But forecasters say it may be a while before the Inland Northwest sees clear, blue skies again.

Dry Spell Likely To Continue In Northwest

Chris Lehman — Sat, 01 Sep 2012 00:20:21 +0000

Northwesterners heading out for the Labor Day weekend have a pretty good chance of staying dry. The region is in the midst of one of the driest streaks on record. And there's little chance of that changing soon.

Health Officials Say Take Steps to Stay Cool in Hot Weather

Ruby de Luna — Thu, 16 Aug 2012 12:49:07 +0000

Health officials are urging people to take steps to stay cool during the hot weather. Forecasters have issued a heat advisory for the next few days. Temperatures are expected to peak in the low-90s in Western Washington. Ruby de Luna reports Young children, elderly people, and those with chronic illnesses are especially vulnerable.