Yankees, Phillies postpone games due to hazardous air quality created by wildfire smoke

Several sporting events have been postponed Wednesday because of concerns over hazardous air quality issues caused by smoke blanketing the skies across the Northeast.

Hawaii's Kilauea volcano begins erupting again

Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano started to erupt early Wednesday morning, according to an alert released by the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory.

Wednesday temps climbing into the mid to upper 80s

A strong ridge of high pressure will send temps soaring into the mid to upper 80s Wednesday, with some spots close to 90 degrees.

Quebec ordering more evacuations with dozens of wildfires in Canada still out of control

The intense Canadian wildfires are blanketing the northeastern U.S. and parts of Eastern Canada, turning the sky yellowish gray and prompting warnings for vulnerable populations to stay inside.

Canada wildfires lead to air-quality alerts in US – Here's how to stay safe

The tiny particles are small enough to get past airway defenses and cause breathing problems. Here's a closer look at what's happening and some precautions for dealing with the haze.

Weather experts warn conditions are ripe for wildfires in Washington

A lack of moisture is causing serious concerns throughout Western Washington. While the foothills are under a red flag warning, plenty of communities have witnessed brush fires pop up in the past 24 hours.

Warm and dry week ahead, with elevated fire danger
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FOX 13 Chief Meteorologist Lisa Villegas and Forecaster Erin Mayovsky are tracking a beautiful week, but with warm and dry conditions comes an elevated risk for wildfires.

Seattle weather: High fire danger Tuesday in the Cascade Foothills

A ridge of high pressure will bring dry and toasty weather to Western Washington Tuesday, with elevated fire danger as breezy winds continue. 

Saharan dust over Puerto Rico fueling potentially deadly heat with feels-like temps of 120 degrees possible

Dangerous and potentially deadly heat will plague the U.S. territory of Puerto Rico this week, thanks in part to plumes of Saharan dust that are blowing across the Atlantic Ocean from Africa.

Haiti rocked by 4.9 magnitude earthquake leaving at least 4 dead, dozens injured

An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 4.9 struck southern Haiti early Tuesday, killing at least four people and injuring 36 others, authorities said.

Tuesday's Forecast: Elevated fire risk returns

An elevated risk of fires will continue tomorrow. Here is a look at your forecast:

Dry, windy weather elevates fire risks in three Washington counties

Washington is still weeks away from the official start of summer, but wildfire season has already arrived in some parts of the state.

Seattle weather: Sunshine and warming temps through Thursday

Western Washington will see more sunshine and warming temperatures this week, with highs back into the 80s by Tuesday.

Warmer temperatures next few days
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Temperatures begin to spike on Wednesday as they rise into the mid-upper 80s. High pressure builds to our east allowing for the brief warm-up, and then they tank due to a new system.

Temps begin to spike on Wednesday
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A special statement has been issued for a few locations due to fire danger. With the wind speeds kicking up, and low humidity, the fire threat will be elevated. Be mindful of your surroundings and take precautions.