Ted Buehner
Labor Day 2025 travel forecast: What to expect for weather, traffic, flights in WA
Nationwide, close to 140 million people are expected to travel during the Labor Day holiday weekend, according to AAA. Here is what you need to know before you go.2 months ago
Ted Buehner
10 years later: Remembering the deadly August windstorm that stunned western WA
A decade later, we remember the historic windstorm that reshaped western Washington on August 29, 2015.2 months ago
Ted Buehner
Labor Day forecast breaks western WA’s longest heat wave of 2025
Enjoy a refreshing Labor Day weekend in western WA as hot weather fades, bringing relief to many residents.2 months ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
UW warns of heat dangers for outdoor workers
Heat can be deadly, especially for agricultural and other outdoor workers who face prolonged exposure to high temperatures.2 months ago
Heather Bosch
Hot weather continues in western WA, but why is this considered ‘extreme heat?’
The extreme heat advisory for the Seattle-Tacoma region is now in effect until 5 a.m. Wednesday.2 months ago
Jason Sutich
Seattle braces for near 90-degree weekend, heat advisory issued
Seattle prepares for a hot weekend as temperatures rise above 85 degrees, prompting a heat advisory from the National Weather Service.2 months ago
Jason Sutich
Seattle’s last 8 p.m. sunset is right around the corner
Enjoy Seattle's sunsets before 8 p.m. this week; next Thursday marks the end of this seasonal delight.2 months ago
Frank Sumrall
3.7-magnitude earthquake strikes Neah Bay
A 3.7 magnitude earthquake struck the northern coast of Washington Monday evening.2 months ago
Ted Buehner
Global temperatures hit record highs in 2024, AMS report finds
The American Meteorological Society (AMS) recently released the 35th annual State of the Climate report. The report has a number of highlights regarding the warming planet, both on land and at sea.2 months ago
Heather Bosch
Atmospheric river moves through western WA, but hot weather will return
Discover how an atmospheric river impacts Puget Sound's summer weather with warmer temperatures expected soon.3 months ago
Julia Dallas
Level 2, Level 1 evacuation orders issued near town in Thurston County
A large brush fire threatens homes and businesses in Thurston County. Stay informed on evacuation orders and safety measures.3 months ago
Ted Buehner
Western WA on deck for rain, ‘unseasonably cool’ weather after brief heat wave
After some recent hot days, are you ready for some rain? Rain is in the forecast for later this week, with unseasonably cool high temperatures struggling to reach 70 degrees.3 months ago
Aaron Granillo
Wildfire smoke could create ‘hazardous’ air quality in Mason County
Wildfire smoke from the Bear Gulch Fire could create “unhealthy or hazardous” air quality conditions in Mason County over the next few days.3 months ago
Heather Bosch
Bear Gulch wildfire spreads, firefighters looking forward to cooler, wetter weather
Firefighters monitor Bear Gulch wildfire as cooler, wetter weather approaches, aiding efforts near Lake Cushman.3 months ago
Jason Sutich
Bear Gulch Fire near Lake Cushman grows to more than 5,700 acres, 3% Contained
The Bear Gulch Fire near Lake Cushman has grown to 5,776 acres and is only 3% contained as of 10:16 a.m. Tuesday, officials confirmed.3 months ago
Heather Bosch
Hot weather, wildfire smoke, rain on tap over next few days in western WA
The western WA forecast shows hot weather, potential wildfire smoke, and then rain over the next several days.3 months ago
MyNorthwest Staff
90-degree weather hitting Puget Sound after breaking record for warmest low temps in August
A heat advisory warning was issued for western Washington through Tuesday night at 10 p.m. due to high temperatures.3 months ago
Heather Bosch
Warmer temperatures return, be prepared for wildfire smoke
As warmer temperatures return to western Washington, so can wildfire smoke.3 months ago
Ted Buehner
Night sky double-header: Six-planet alignment and Perseid meteor shower begin this weekend
Starting this weekend and into next week, the unique alignment of six planets, and the peak of the Perseid meteor shower.3 months ago
Julia Dallas
Thunderstorm possible in western WA this week before sun breaks through
A thunderstorm is possible in western WA this week before sunshine is back this weekend.3 months ago
KIRO Newsradio staff
Flash flood watch issued for Washington Cascades
Flash flood watches have been issued for the Washington Cascades Thursday.3 months ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Cooler temperatures, cloudy skies bring relief to Seattle after heat stretch
After a lengthy stretch of summer heat, Seattle is expected to see cooler temperatures in the coming days, bringing some relief from recent highs in the low 80s.3 months ago
Frank Lenzi
Bear Gulch Fire expands to more than 4,700 acres, Level 3 evacuation orders remain in place
The Bear Gulch Fire has jumped to more than 3,000 acres and Level 3 evacuation orders are in place.3 months ago
Julia Dallas
Tsunami advisory for Washington coast canceled after 8.8 earthquake near Russia
A tsunami advisory has been issued for the Washington coast following a large earthquake.3 months ago
