FLOOD WARNING

Nov 01 2025WEATHER

Halloween Weekend Weather: Rainy and Windy

A heavy dose of rain is on the way for the Halloween weekend in Snohomish County. The National Weather Service has issued a warning about a significant amount of rainfall, with predictions ranging from 2 to 4 inches, and some areas could even see over 5 inches. This is due to a strong atmospheric river moving into the region, which will start to impact the area on Fr...

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Oct 30 2025WEATHER

Windy and Wet: What to Expect This Thursday in DC

A storm is coming to the DC area, and it's going to be a wet and windy Thursday. The rain will start slow on Wednesday afternoon but will pick up speed overnight. By Thursday morning, the rain will be heavy, making the roads slippery and the morning commute slower than usual. The weather team is keeping an eye on this storm because of the strong winds and heavy rain...

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Jul 10 2025ENVIRONMENT

Flood Warnings: Who Pays the Price?

In Texas, Kerr County faced a tough choice: invest in a flood warning system or risk lives. The county knew the danger. Nearby, Wimberley County had already lost 13 people to flooding. Kerr County's officials wanted to act, but money was the problem. They looked to FEMA for help, but the state turned down their request. Then, they checked state funds, but the grants ...

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Nov 22 2024WEATHER

Wet Weekend Ahead: Bay Area Braces for Heavy Rain

Get ready, Bay Area! A huge storm is on the way, and it's set to dump a lot of rain. The northern part took the brunt on Wednesday and Thursday, with places like Santa Rosa and Guerneville getting soaked. But hold on tight, because Friday is going to be a soggy day for the East Bay, Peninsula, and South Bay too. Meteorologists are keeping an eye on a powerful "bomb ...

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Nov 20 2024WEATHER

Stormey Weather: A 'Bomb Cyclone' Strikes the Northwest US

A whopper of a storm hit the northwest United States this week, packing a punch with intense winds and heavy rain. Meteorologists dubbed it a "bomb cyclone, " an event that happens when a storm suddenly gains strength. Also known as an atmospheric river, this storm is a massive stream of moisture from the Pacific that dumps a lot of water when it smacks into the coas...

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Oct 18 2024WEATHER

Coastal B. C. on Alert: Heavy Rain and Wind Expected

Are you ready for some wild weather? British Columbia's south and central coasts are bracing for a major storm this weekend. Forecasters are warning about an atmospheric river system set to hit on Friday, which could bring flooding, heavy rain, and strong winds. The River Forecast Centre has issued a flood watch for these areas, and Environment Canada has upgraded th...

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