Tropical Storm Rafael forms, expected to move into the Gulf of Mexico this week

Tropical Depression 18 formed Monday morning, and is expected to get the name Rafael before moving into the Gulf of Mexico this week, according to the National Hurricane Center.

Seattle weather: Windy and rainy Monday, heavy mountain snow

Forceful winds and rounds of rain will race through the greater Seattle area on Monday, with a chance for isolated thunderstorms.

Crews work to restore power to thousands in western WA

Crews began working Monday morning to restore power to thousands of people in the Puget Sound area⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Tornadoes leave a path of destruction in Oklahoma
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Tens of thousands of people are without power after tornadoes touched down in parts of central Oklahoma.

Weather alert: Gusty winds, mountain snow across Western WA Monday
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The FOX 13 weather team has issued a weather alert for Monday for two reasons: one - the significant mountain snow over the higher passes and two - the forceful winds through the lowlands of Western Washington. Rain could also make the morning commute challenging around Puget Sound.

Seattle weather: Strong winds, mountain snow coming in Western WA
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The FOX 13 weather team has issued a weather alert for Monday for two reasons: one - the significant mountain snow over the higher passes and two - the forceful winds through the lowlands of Western Washington. Rain could also make the morning commute challenging around Puget Sound.

Soggy weather in Seattle with strong winds, mountain snow in Western Washington

The FOX 13 weather team has issued a weather alert for Monday for two reasons: one - the significant mountain snow over the higher passes and two - the forceful winds through the lowlands of Western Washington.

Biltmore Estate reopens month after Helene's devastation: 'Signal of Hope'

The Biltmore Estate experienced extensive flooding and damage at its entrance when Helene dropped nearly 30 inches of rain - about four months' worth - in three days.

Seattle weather: Winter advisories ahead lowland rain showers

The snow continues to fall in the Cascades.  Winter Weather Advisories remain posted overnight and into Sunday morning for our passes. A winter storm watch will begin on Sunday night as heavy snow and gusty winds will arrive on Monday. 

Snow impacting the passes this weekend with damp weather in Seattle

We’re forecasting a damp and active pattern around Seattle and Western Washington on Saturday with quieter weather to follow on Sunday. 

Western North Carolina white-water rafters raced against time to save people from Helene’s flooding

Owners and rafters of French Broad Adventures are also the swift-water rescue team at the Walnut Volunteer Fire Department. The Hampton family spent 15 days on the river rescuing people after Helene's deadly flooding.

WA drivers urged to prepare for winter weather on mountain passes

With the snow already flying, it's an important time to protect yourself and your car from winter weather conditions.

WA drivers navigate first snow of the season
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With the snow already flying, it's an important time to protect yourself and your car from winter weather conditions on Washington passes.