Wildfire experts teach King County, WA residents how to protect their homes
As the heat intensifies in western Washington, so does the threat of wildfires. The risk is even higher for communities in east King County in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains.
As the heat intensifies in western Washington, so does the threat of wildfires. The risk is even higher for communities in east King County in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains.
Seattle weather: Sunny, toasty Thursday
FOX 13 Seattle Meteorologist Claire Anderson has your latest western Washington weather forecast!
FOX 13 Seattle Meteorologist Claire Anderson has your latest western Washington weather forecast!
Assessing homes for wildfire risk in East King County
As temperatures rise, so does the risk of wildfires, and communities in East King County are at an even higher risk. Fox 13 Reporter Franque Thompson has more information on the one person behind important mitigation work.
As temperatures rise, so does the risk of wildfires, and communities in East King County are at an even higher risk. Fox 13 Reporter Franque Thompson has more information on the one person behind important mitigation work.
Wildfire update and fire threat: Belgian fire and Bear Gulch fire
We're tracking several wildfires and brushfires throughout our area. The Belgian Fire has a level one 'be ready' evacuation notice, the Bear Gulch fire is 18% contained 10 days after it originally sparked. Fox 13 meteorologist Ilona McCauley joins to break down todays fire threat.
We're tracking several wildfires and brushfires throughout our area. The Belgian Fire has a level one 'be ready' evacuation notice, the Bear Gulch fire is 18% contained 10 days after it originally sparked. Fox 13 meteorologist Ilona McCauley joins to break down todays fire threat.
Tsunami warning canceled after 7.3-magnitude earthquake near Alaska
A massive 7.3-magnitude earthquake near Alaska triggered a tsunami warning, but it has since been canceled.
A massive 7.3-magnitude earthquake near Alaska triggered a tsunami warning, but it has since been canceled.
Seattle sees hottest day of the year. Here's what you need to know
Temperatures will soar into the mid 90s Wednesday in Seattle, but cooler weather is ahead for the upcoming weekend.
Temperatures will soar into the mid 90s Wednesday in Seattle, but cooler weather is ahead for the upcoming weekend.
WA Wildfire update: Brinnon, Bear Gulch and Greenacres continue to burn
The Brinnon fire has caused level three 'Go Now' evacuation orders, the Bear Gulch fire is 18% contained and the Green Acres fire has a level one 'Get Ready' evacuation order.
The Brinnon fire has caused level three 'Go Now' evacuation orders, the Bear Gulch fire is 18% contained and the Green Acres fire has a level one 'Get Ready' evacuation order.
Seattle weather: Wednesday expected to be the hottest day
Wednesday is expected to be the hottest day, reaching mid to low 90s, with little overnight relief.
Wednesday is expected to be the hottest day, reaching mid to low 90s, with little overnight relief.
Seattle weather: Heat Advisory through Wednesday, highs in the 90s
Wednesday will be the warmest day this week with highs in the mid to low 90s.
Wednesday will be the warmest day this week with highs in the mid to low 90s.
Fire in Jefferson County prompts Level 3 evacuations
A structure fire in Washington's Jefferson County has spread to nearby vegetation, prompting evacuations for people living near Brinnon.
A structure fire in Washington's Jefferson County has spread to nearby vegetation, prompting evacuations for people living near Brinnon.
Out-of-control wildfires burning across western US
Firefighters in Arizona are reporting little to no containment on a wildfire burning through the North Rim of the Grand Canyon, one of several out-of-control wildfires burning across the western United States.
Firefighters in Arizona are reporting little to no containment on a wildfire burning through the North Rim of the Grand Canyon, one of several out-of-control wildfires burning across the western United States.
Seattle weather: Heat and high temps Wednesday
FOX 13 Seattle Meteorologist Claire Anderson has your latest western Washington weather forecast!
FOX 13 Seattle Meteorologist Claire Anderson has your latest western Washington weather forecast!
Deadly storm slams East Coast
A massive clean-up effort is underway in parts of the Northeast after a deadly storm system slammed the region.
A massive clean-up effort is underway in parts of the Northeast after a deadly storm system slammed the region.
Fire near Brinnon, WA fully contained
A structure fire that spread to nearby vegetation in Brinnon has been fully contained.
A structure fire that spread to nearby vegetation in Brinnon has been fully contained.
Greenacres Fire near Omak, WA reaches 550 acres, evacuations downgraded
A wildfire that ignited near Omak, Washington, grew to 550 acres and threatened homes – forcing evacuations that have since been downgraded.
A wildfire that ignited near Omak, Washington, grew to 550 acres and threatened homes – forcing evacuations that have since been downgraded.
Tracking smoke impacts from Canada, WA wildfires
As we head into a sizzling week across Washington, we look at smoke conditions and air quality across the state impacted by wildfire smoke.
As we head into a sizzling week across Washington, we look at smoke conditions and air quality across the state impacted by wildfire smoke.
Seattle weather: Hot temps ahead this week
A mini heat wave will impact the greater Seattle area Tuesday and Wednesday with temperatures in the upper 80s and low 90s.
A mini heat wave will impact the greater Seattle area Tuesday and Wednesday with temperatures in the upper 80s and low 90s.
Wildfires burning in Washington: Tuesday update
FOX 13 Seattle is tracking multiple wildfires across Washington state, the latest being the Greenacres Fire burning near Omak. Concerns are growing over the state's wildfire season. Joining us to discuss what to expect is Washington Wildland Fire Meteorologist Matthew Dehr.
FOX 13 Seattle is tracking multiple wildfires across Washington state, the latest being the Greenacres Fire burning near Omak. Concerns are growing over the state's wildfire season. Joining us to discuss what to expect is Washington Wildland Fire Meteorologist Matthew Dehr.
Seattle weather: Temperatures to rise on Tuesday
A Heat Advisory will be in effect for parts of western Washington from noon Tuesday through late Wednesday. Highs will be warm into the afternoon and lows will be mild overnight, so take precaution and stay cool.
A Heat Advisory will be in effect for parts of western Washington from noon Tuesday through late Wednesday. Highs will be warm into the afternoon and lows will be mild overnight, so take precaution and stay cool.
Seattle weather: Heat Advisory for western Washington Tuesday and Wednesday
Temperatures are going to warm up Tuesday through Thursday with highs in the 80s to low 90s. Skies will be sunny and dry throughout the extended forecast.
Temperatures are going to warm up Tuesday through Thursday with highs in the 80s to low 90s. Skies will be sunny and dry throughout the extended forecast.