Seattle weather: Smoky Sunday ahead with improving air Monday

Smoke continues to be a problem in Western Washington today. Air quality will improve at least a little on Monday. Until then, plan on record warmth and high fire danger.

Record heat, wildfire smoke and fire danger

Buckle up for rounds of wildfire smoke this weekend. Even though it'll be warm, the haze could be uncomfortable and even dangerous for some people.

High wildfire risk forecast for this weekend around Cascades

National Weather Service officials have issued weekend red flag warnings for Oregon and Washington around the Cascade Mountains because of east winds and low humidity contributing to critical fire weather conditions.

Smoky with record heat this weekend

Wildfire smoke will become more widespread in Western Washington this weekend as a ridge of high pressure dominates the Pacific Northwest.

Hazy, sunny conditions continue
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FOX 13 forecaster Erin Mayovsky gives the latest outlook for air quality, haze and sunshine this weekend and into the start of next week.

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Smoke and warm sunshine to end the week

A persistent ridge of high pressure will stick around through the weekend bringing warm temperatures and hazy sunshine to the Puget Sound area.

Seattle weather: Temps staying warm, smoke returns Thursday

A ridge of high pressure will dominate the region through this weekend bringing sunny skies, but also the return of smoke to the Puget Sound area.