Avalanche risks remain following first deadly incident of the season
Following a deadly avalanche on Saturday, experts warn that the avalanche risk remains in the moderate level according to the latest forecasts.
WSDOT urges drivers to use caution through Snoqualmie Pass during weekend winter storm
A winter storm in Washington’s Cascades has the potential to cause hazardous road conditions all weekend long.
Snowplow driver shortage: Some US states struggle to hire ahead of winter weather
More U.S. drivers could find themselves stuck on snowy highways or have their travel delayed this winter due to a shortage of snowplow drivers.
Hawaii sees snow after rare blizzard warning
Blizzard warnings for Hawaii are rare, but not unheard of. The Big Island has mountain peaks that reach nearly 14,000 feet (more than 4,200 meters).
White House providing billions more in aid for heat, utility bills this winter
The Biden administration is helping to distribute several billion dollars in aid for winter heating and utility bills.
Winter storm poised to pound Washington mountain passes
The wild weather is forecast to hammer all of Washington’s mountain passes Tuesday night. Anywhere from eight to 16 inches is expected to fall past midnight, making vehicle travel potentially dangerous.
WSDOT staffing shortages to cause longer road closures, minimal plowing on Passes this winter
Citing staff shortages due to retirement, the pandemic and other factors, crews will be shifting priorities for plowing and road closures.
US 2021-22 winter outlook: Warmer South, wetter North, drought across West
NOAA has released its 2021-2022 winter weather outlook with the return of La Niña. Here’s what to expect based on where you live.
Interstate 41 pileup in WI caught on camera; 1 driver killed
A stretch of I-41 in Washington County was shut down in both directions Wednesday because of at least 20 different crashes as snow fell. Two of those scenes were massive pileups, and a 37-year-old woman died.
Winter Weather Advisory for the Cascades, snowy conditions cause collisions in Snoqualmie Pass
A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for the Cascades until 5 p.m. Saturday. Snow and gusts of 40mph will make driving conditions difficult. Mountain passes can pick up an additional 1"-8" of snow today.
Spring snowfall has search and rescue crews monitoring avalanche risks at Snoqualmie Pass
A Winter Weather Advisory was issued across the mountain passes in western Washington. The April snowfall could cause a tricky situation for anyone trying to travel over through the mountain passes, rescue crews say.
Crystal Mountain extends ski, snowboard season
Heads-up outdoor enthusiasts: Ski and snowboard season is getting extended this year at Crystal Mountain.
Stevens Pass reopens after 'extensive avalanche control,' longer-than-normal closure
US Highway 2 over Stevens Pass reopened Monday after an extensive closure due to "extensive avalanche control," according to the Washington State Department of Transportation.
WSDOT warns of 'very challenging 24 hours' on Snoqualmie Pass during expected snowstorm
The Washington State Department of Transportation is warning drivers of a "very challenging 24 hours" ahead on Snoqualmie Pass in anticipation of more winter weather.
Over 375 inches of snow measured in Snoqualmie Pass this season
This week over 375 inches of snow were measured in Snoqualmie Pass, surpassing the ten-year average, according to the Washington State Department of Transportation.
President Joe Biden to visit Houston on Friday
President Joe Biden will travel to Houston this week to discuss recovery and relief efforts following the winter storm in Texas.
