Weather

Officials are keeping a close eye on Mount Adams after a series of recent earthquakes.

The US government will stop sharing air quality data from its embassies and consulates, citing funding cuts. Scientists warn the move will hinder global air pollution research and leave many nations without reliable data.

Avalanche danger remains considerable at Turnagain Pass, where this avalanche occurred about 45 minutes south of Anchorage. Three backcountry skiers are believed to be buried in 40 to 100 feet of snow.

Drier and sunnier weather can be expected in the Seattle area on Wednesday afternoon to Thursday. Clouds roll in on Friday with showers holding off until next workweek.

After a breezy and wet afternoon on Tuesday, skies will dry out as the disturbance, and its associated cold front, exit western Washington during the day on Wednesday. By Wednesday night, skies will clear, allowing fog to form by Thursday morning.

Recent increased seismic activity at Mt. Adams has brought state, tribal, and federal leaders together to reassess their eruption plans.

Temperatures this week in Seattle will range in the 50s, but cooler weather could make a comeback in the region for the middle part of March.

Western Washington will see rainy and breezy conditions throughout the day Tuesday.

Many old structures in the Seattle area are susceptible to earthquake damage, including schools, apartments and offices.

After a false spring last week with highs in the 60s, the damp and dark weather returns to Seattle this week.

Did you feel it? A reported 4.5 magnitude earthquake hit near Friday Harbor on Monday morning.

After a blast of mild, spring-like weather around Western Washington to round out the month of February, cooler temperatures arrive on Sunday. Highs remain in the low 50s through next weekend. Temperatures for next week could wind up even cooler in the upper 40s!