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VIDEO/PHOTOS: Local father and son complete 4 Polar Bear Plunges in one day across south King County on New Year’s Day
While many south King County residents welcomed the New Year with a single icy dip into Puget Sound, Burien resident Michael Stein-Ross and his son Graham took the challenge much further. The pair completed what they called a Polar Bear Plunge “Quadfecta” on Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026, bravely plunging into Puget Sound four separate times…
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VIDEO: Attorney General Nick Brown addresses Trump administration lawsuits and local economic pressures at South Sound Legislative Breakfast
Washington Attorney General Nick Brown told South Sound business leaders on Tuesday, Dec. 16 that his office is pressing ahead on consumer protection and public safety work while accelerating legal challenges to actions by the Trump administration that he said are harming Washington. Brown was the keynote speaker at the South Sound Chambers of Commerce…
VIDEOS: Evacuation ordered in Tukwila area Monday after Desimone Levee breach
King County emergency officials ordered residents and businesses east of the Green River in parts of Tukwila, Renton and Kent to evacuate immediately on Monday afternoon, Dec. 15, 2025 after a breach in the Desimone Levee created dangerous flooding conditions. The King County Office of Emergency Management issued a “GO NOW” evacuation notice Monday afternoon…
WEATHER: Historic flooding continues across region, more atmospheric rivers on the way, forecaster warns
Western Washington is experiencing “one of the greatest floods to ever strike” the region, with more heavy rain and additional atmospheric rivers expected into next week, according to Normandy Park meteorologist Michael Snyder of Pacific Northwest Weather Watch. In a video update posted Thursday morning, Dec. 11, Snyder said the ongoing atmospheric river has produced…
PHOTOS: Roads, parks closed due to Green River flooding Tuesday
From our sister site The Auburn Examiner: Isaac Evans Park in Auburn was closed until further notice Tuesday, Dec. 9 after flooding from the Green River covered portions of the park and nearby roadways, according to the City of Auburn. City officials said Green River Road just past the park at 104th is also closed…
Water you doing to prepare for a flood?
Water you doing to prepare for a flood? Did you know? Floods are the most common disaster in Washington State, and we’re in the midst of a regional Flood Watch this week. An atmospheric river is expected to bring periods of moderate to heavy rain. Sharp rises are possible on area rivers, and urban and…
WEATHER: Sea-Tac nears record highs, and Heat Advisory remains in place through Wednesday
The National Weather Service on Tuesday, July 15, 2025 issued a Heat Advisory, warning of temps possibly reaching the mid-90s on Wednesday, July 16. “Heat will significantly increase the risk of heat-related illnesses for those who are sensitive to heat, especially those without effective cooling or adequate hydration,” NWS said. As a ridge of high…
WEATHER ALERT: Potential strong thunderstorms, hail and strong winds may strike region on Wednesday
The Pacific Northwest is bracing for a surge of unseasonably severe weather this week, with record-breaking warmth on Tuesday followed by a strong storm system expected to bring widespread thunderstorms, lightning, hail, and gusty winds on Wednesday. Forecasters say Tuesday’s temperatures could set new records across the region, with the Puget Sound region potentially hitting 70 degrees. Warmer conditions are also expected to contribute…
WEATHER: National Weather Service issues ‘High Wind Warning’ for region as powerful storm moves in
A powerful storm system is bearing down on the Pacific Northwest, bringing high winds, heavy rainfall, and hazardous surf conditions across Washington and Oregon, meteorologists warned on Monday, Feb. 24, 2025. The National Weather Service issued the following “High Wind Warning” at 10:08 a.m. on Monday, warning of expected gusts up to 50-60 mph until…
WEATHER: Local meteorologist warns of ‘significant’ storm incoming with threats of heavy rain, flooding and strong winds
A powerful storm system fueled by an atmospheric river stretching from the Pacific Ocean is set to bring heavy rain, flooding, and strong winds to the Pacific Northwest in the coming days, according to local meteorologist Michael Snyder of Pacific Northwest Weather Watch. “This is the storm train we’ve been talking about, and it’s now at our doorstep,”…
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