Okanogan, WA wildfire triggers Level 3 'Go Now' evacuations

A new wildfire popped up in Washington on Thursday, this time in Okanogan County, triggering Level 3 “Go Now" evacuations.

'Seattle News Weekly': Wildfire devastation in WA

On this week's episode of the Seattle News Weekly podcast, FOX 13 Seattle's Erin Mayovsky and Felicia Michelle discuss the top headlines of the week.

Seattle weather warms to low 80s next week

The warming trend will begin early next week. Highs will climb into the upper 70s on Monday before reaching the low 80s on Tuesday.

Vantage, WA fire believed to have been accidentally caused by traveling vehicle

A fast-moving wildfire accidentally sparked by a vehicle burned 575 acres, destroyed two homes, and triggered emergency evacuations in Vantage on Wednesday afternoon.

Victim ID'd in deadly lightning strike at Florida beach that killed 1, hurt 3 others

A man died after being struck by lightning while in the water at Fort Myers Beach, according to authorities. The incident also sent three family members to the hospital.

Seattle weather: Morning clouds, afternoon sunshine for Thursday
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 Onshore flow continues Thursday, bringing another round of morning clouds. We will see afternoon sunshine and slightly warmer temperatures.

CDC: People living in the Southwest US need to be aware of dust storms that stir up dangerous fungal spores

People living in the southwestern U.S. and Washington need to be aware of potential fungal storms that occur when weather events such as dust storms, high winds, and floods cause spores of the soil-dwelling Coccidioides species to release into the air. Inhalation of the spores causes Coccidioidomycosis, or Valley fever, a lung infection.  

Vantage, WA wildfire prompts evacuations, closes I-90
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A fast-moving wildfire prompted city-wide evacuations for the city of Vantage and caused a full closure of I-90 on Wednesday.

Venezuela earthquake death toll tops 3600
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The death toll from the twin earthquakes in northern Venezuela has surpassed 3,600, including nearly a dozen Americans, as U.S. search teams transition to recovery efforts and deliver vital aid.  

A look behind the fire line of WA's deadly Chelan Hills Fire

The Chelan Hills Fire remains out of control five days after investigators said someone started the deadly fire.

Seattle weather staying quiet through the weekend

High pressure will strengthen early next week, allowing temperatures to climb. Highs will reach around 80 degrees Monday before warming into the lower 80s Tuesday.

Northwest Weather Podcast S1E49: High Fire Danger in Central & Eastern WA
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On this week's episode of the Northwest Weather Podcast, FOX 13 Chief Meteorologist Brian MacMillan, Meteorologist Abby Acone and Traffic Anchor Adam Gehrke break down the latest forecast, taking a closer look at a Red Flag warning in place across parts of the state, and temperatures staying in the 70s throughout this week.

Red Flag Warning in effect for central, eastern WA
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A Red Flag Warning is in effect through Wednesday evening for central and eastern Washington because of gusty winds, low humidity and elevated wildfire danger.

Seattle weather: More clouds and cooler temperatures for Wednesday
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A weak weather system will bring more clouds, cooler temperatures and a chance of spotty drizzle across western Washington on Wednesday.