Texas wildfires force brief shutdown of US nuclear weapons facility

Texas wildfires forced the temporary shutdown of Pantex, the U.S. main assembly and disassembly site for its atomic bombs.

Seattle weather: Lowland rain, strong wind, and heavy mountain snow ahead

An atmospheric river pattern will develop starting Tuesday evening, bringing heavy lowland rain, strong wind, and feet of mountain snow. 

Mountain pass conditions: Chains required on Stevens and Snoqualmie Passes

Chains were required for drivers traveling both east and west through Stevens Pass and Snoqualmie Pass after heavy mountain snow accumulated overnight into Tuesday morning. Some restrictions have been lifted as the conditions have improved.

School closures: Track closings, delays in Western Washington for Feb. 27, 2024

Some Western Washington school districts will be closed or delayed on Tuesday, Feb. 26 because of winter weather. Check the status of your district: