Smoke Triggers Air Quality Alert for Mid-Columbia
Air quality alert issued for Mid-Columbia region.
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Tri-City Air Quality Alert Issued Due to Smoke from Wildfires
Benton Clean Air Authority issued the alert around 2 PM Friday Sept. 2
Water Bottles Could Catch Your Car on Fire on a Hot Washington State Day
It happened to a driver in Idaho and something wild like that could even happen here in Washington state.
Is Tri-Cities Losing Its Famous Slogan?
The Tri-Cities area is known far and wide for its "300 days of sunshine" a year. Besides wine, it's probably our biggest selling point to attract visitors and major events. There's another town just a few miles away that could steal our claim to fame.
Another Atmospheric River in the PNW this Weekend – HEAVY RAIN
An atmospheric river is a river in the sky that transports water vapor roughly equivalent to the average flow of water at the mouth of the Mississippi River - and it's heading our way.
It’s Cool to Leave your Fur Babies at Home, Yes?
If it was common sense everyone would use it right? STOP leaving your animals in the car when you run your errands. The weather is beginning to get warmer and even though it might be a cool 68 outside the car, it can reach 90 inside super quick.
Semi Trucks Blocking I-84 on Cabbage Hill – Closed East and Westbound
If you're planning to head east on I-84, you better postpone the trip. I-84 is closed both eastbound and westbound between Exit 216 (six miles east of Pendleton) and Exit 302 (near Baker City) due to severe weather with snow and ice on the road.
E. Oregon Highways Closed Due to Weather, No ETA on Reopening
Bad, unseasonable weather causing travel issues.
Will Tri-Cities Have a Record Heat Repeat this Summer?
According to the University of Washington Climate Outlook page and the National Weather Service Climate Prediction data, the probability of cooler temperatures is high for the Pacific Northwest this April through June. The summer months appear to be a tossup - it could be hellishly hot again.
First Ice & Snow, Now 50 MPH Winds, Warm Temps, and Possible Flooding in Tri-Cities
After nearly a week of frigid temperatures, ice storms, and heavy snow, Mother Nature is shifting gears. The National Weather Service has issued a wind advisory for Southeast Washington and Northeast Oregon from 7 am to 9 pm on Friday, January 7th.
Get a look at the most Adorable Washington Pets Enjoying the Snow
You can't miss out on these adorable furry friends playing in the Washington Snow! Did your pet make it to the gallery? If not send us pics so we can add to it!
Drifting Snow and 70 MPH Winds Cause Havoc in Walla Walla County
The high wind warning is expected to continue through 4 pm this afternoon. Walla Walla County officials are recommending residents use extreme caution when driving on rural roads, and limit travel if possible.