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The NWS issued a flood warning for Snohomish County after the Snohomish River near Monroe rose to flood stage; lowlands and some roads are seeing minor flooding. Officials warned drivers to avoid flooded roadways.
NWS has issued a flood warning for the Snoqualmie River near Snoqualmie Falls. Minor flooding and road inundation are possible Wednesday into Thursday.
Cloudy and about 46°F this morning; rain and breezy southerly winds will keep rivers and marine areas on watch through midweek.
A feasibility study finds removing Enloe Dam could reconnect roughly 1,500 miles of salmon habitat. Sediment handling, permits and liability will shape whether removal moves forward.
Thick fog and near‑freezing temps slow Saturday commutes. Flood watches and mountain warnings remain.
The National Weather Service has a winter weather advisory for the foothills and valleys of Pierce and southern King counties through 11 a.m. Saturday; expect a light coating of snow and slick roads.
NWS has issued a flood warning for Thurston County as the Skookumchuck River near Bucoda rises toward moderate flooding through late Sunday morning.
Light snow and dense fog are making Friday morning's commute slower in Seattle. Expect a rain/snow mix this morning with spotty accumulations on grass and elevated surfaces.
Steady rain and gusty southwest winds hit Seattle Thursday; the Skokomish River rose above flood stage and could cause localized flooding.
Gusty southerly winds and steady rain sweep Seattle Wednesday; a Wind Advisory runs 3 p.m. Wednesday to 6 a.m. Thursday. Expect slow, splashy commutes and rough mountain travel.
Midmorning showers Tuesday turn to steady rain and gusty SSW winds, with a blizzard threat in the Cascades by Wednesday night.
Bright‑blue Velella are washing up along Oregon beaches after recent onshore winds. Scientists point to wind shifts and warmer winters as likely drivers.
A winter weather advisory will bring 1–6 inches to Snohomish and northern King foothills Monday–Tuesday, risking slick roads and travel delays.
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