Northwest Father’s Day Getaway? Check These Maps Before Leaving
If you’re hitting Washington and Oregon highways this weekend, remember there are lots being affected or closed by wildfires.
Weather
Two Tumwater Canyon Wildfires Contained, Highway 2 Reopened
A wildfire Tuesday evening near Leavenworth caused a brief but tense disruption for both residents and travelers. It was the second fire in 24 hours.
These 6 Washington Cities Destroyed All-Time Daily Heat Records
The Inland Northwest didn’t just warm up yesterday on June 9, 2025; it made weather history.
Seattle Sizzled & Broke Multiple Daily Heat Records Last Weekend
Now we have official confirmation from the National Weather Service (NWS) Seattle that Seattle not only broke a daily high temperature record, but also a record for the warmest low temperature.
15 States Where They've Made it Illegal to Collect Rainwater
Oh, you thought that water falling from the sky was free?
Unusually Strong Auroras are Forecast Over Washington Tonight
If you live in Washington, you’ve probably already heard the buzz that the Northern Lights are back tonight. Believe the hype because this storm could be visible as far south as Texas.
Escape “Back-2-Winter” at Chinook Pass This Memorial Day Weekend
If you are one of those wild souls who actually miss winter (yes, you know who you are), then I’ve got the perfect Memorial Day weekend escape for you.
Tri-Cities Controlled Wildfire Training is Planned This Friday
If you see smoke rising near the WSU Tri-Cities campus this Friday, don’t panic because it is all part of the plan.
Summer is Starting Soon, So Are Heat Season Dangers in Washington State
Summer fun comes with real heat risks, and it’s not something you can ignore in the Pacific Northwest.
Chinook Pass Will Reopen Just in Time for Memorial Day Weekend
Chinook Pass (SR-410) and Cayuse Pass (SR-123) are set to reopen Friday, May 23, 2025, but that is not the only Memorial Day weekend travel news!