Worst snowpack in decades puts WA ski season in jeopardy

Washington ski resorts are facing one of the worst snowpack years in decades, leaving slopes closed and skiers questioning whether the season is already over.

Avalanche danger through Snoqualmie, Stevens passes in WA Cascades

A winter storm warning is in effect in western WA, with heavy snow and high avalanche danger making travel over mountain passes hazardous.

Winter storm warning, avalanche danger in western WA: Driving conditions
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FOX 13’s Taylor Winkel is driving through I-90’s Snoqualmie Pass, where snow is falling. A winter storm warning is in effect through Thursday evening as a weather system could drop 2 to 4 feet of snow on the mountain passes.

Which WA ski resorts are open? Stevens Pass ticketholders grow frustrated
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Due to atmospheric river storm damage and light snowfall this winter so far, season passholders are turning to Washington resorts for answers on their plans to open or refund passes.

Snoqualmie Pass opening Tuesday as WA snow finally builds up

After weeks of rain wiping out snowpacks across some of Washington's ski areas, the Summit at Snoqualmie has finally announced their opening date for the 2025-2026 season.

Snow returns to Snoqualmie Pass
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After heavy rain left the slopes bare, recent rounds of mountain snow is allowing skiers to hold onto hope.

Today is last day for Summit at Snoqualmie passholders to request season rollover
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With recent rain washing away early snowpack on the mountain, the Summit at Snoqualmie says Monday is the final day for season passholders to automatically request a rollover credit for next year.

Snoqualmie, WA ski resort offering season pass rollover for late year start

With Washington ski resorts still struggling to open for the season due to a lack of snow, some like the Summit at Snoqualmie are offering a rollover opportunity with a Monday deadline.

Flood response in Snoqualmie, WA
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Snoqualmie mayor Katherine Ross joins Good Day Seattle to talk about the city's flood response.

10 WA rivers expected to reach major flood stage
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A Flood Watch remains in effect for western Washington, with 10 rivers expected to reach major flood stage.

True Northwest: ‘Christmas in the Valley’ brings community together to help families
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In Duvall, volunteers are transforming holiday spirit into support through “Christmas in the Valley,” an annual fundraiser that provides pajamas, gifts and essentials to local families in need.

Western Washington officials warn of potential river flooding
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Emergency managers say communities near the Snoqualmie, Snohomish and Skagit rivers should prepare for possible flooding this week.

Snoqualmie Pass serves up heavy snow for Thanksgiving travelers

Snoqualmie Pass was getting some significant accumulations of snow Tuesday night.  A winter-weather mix blanketed the summit with snow and ice over the course of several hours.  

Snow expected in WA's mountain passes on Tuesday
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Snow is expected to begin accumulating on Western Washington's mountain passes by midday Tuesday. FOX 13 reporter Shawn Chitnis is giving us a firsthand look at the passes before the snow arrives. (This story aired at 9:30 a.m.; snow is expected to arrive between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.)

King County, WA monitoring minor flooding along Snoqualmie River

King County officials are monitoring flooding conditions in the Snoqualmie Basin. The area is now in a phase two flood alert.

1 injured in semi crash on Highway 18 near Snoqualmie, WA

One person was taken to the hospital with serious injuries after a semi-truck crash Wednesday morning on State Route 18 near Snoqualmie.

Snow at Snoqualmie Pass in WA
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FOX 13's Shawn Chitnis is in Snoqualmie Pass where conditions are looking more like winter than fall in October.