Thousands were without power in Southwest Snohomish County Tuesday night after strong winds and heavy rain struck the region. Snohomish County PUD reported that crews were seeing major damage throughout…
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With high winds predicted, PUD says be prepared for power outages
With the National Weather Service predicting high winds through early Wednesday morning, Snohomish County PUD suggests that customers prepare for potential power outages. High winds are forecast to come from…
Washington State Patrol launching WSU Thanksgiving emphasis patrols Nov. 21
Washington State University students — or parents of said students — take note. The Washington State Patrol said Friday it will be conducting emphasis patrols starting Nov. 21 and running…
Winter’s coming: Studded tires allowed Nov. 1-March 31
As winter approaches, a reminder from the Washington State Department of Transportation that studded tires are legal in Washington state from Nov. 1 through March 31. Learn more about the…
WSDOT: With hot, dry weather here, you can play a role in preventing roadside fires
As temperatures rise, the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is asking for the community’s help in preventing brush fires and larger wildfires. The primary roadside fire risks include burning…
State experiencing heat and fires
The National Weather Service (NWS) is forecasting temperatures in the high 90s on the western edge of the Cascades and around the Puget Sound region in the days ahead. The…
Reminder: Hot weather tips for pets
The summer months can be uncomfortable — even dangerous — for pets and people. The Humane Society of the United States offers the following tips for keeping your pets safe…
Scene in Edmonds: Nature’s light show
The Northern Lights were on full display across Edmonds late Friday night, and photographers sent their submissions. The clear view of the aurora borealis is due to one of the…
January cold snap prompts 5.8 percent PUD rate increase
Snohomish County PUD customers will be seeing a 5.8% rate increase starting April 1. The PUD Board of Commissioners agreed to the rate increase during its March 5 commission meeting….
Edmonds School District cancels classes for Thursday; community news presentation rescheduled for Feb. 8
The Edmonds School District canceled classes for the second straight day Thursday, citing icy road conditions. As a result, Edmonds Waterfront Center programming is also canceled, which includes the My…
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Schools closed due to icy conditions, prompting city program cancellations, delays
The Edmonds School District canceled school Wednesday due to icy road conditions, and other facilities followed suit. “While some neighborhoods may be fine, others are unsafe for travel today,” the…
PUD offers tips to conserve energy, protect pipes in cold weather
With the National Weather Service forecasting extremely cold temperatures across the Puget Sound region this weekend, the Snohomish PUD is encouraging customers to prepare now to conserve energy to keep…
From the city: What’s that liquid being applied to the roads?
Winter conditions require additional work to keep Edmonds’ transportation network safe for all, the City of Edmonds says. The lines or bands of liquid that you can see on a…
Edmonds’ St. Alban’s Episcopal Church to open warming center Friday
With snow and frigid temperatures in the forecast this week, Edmonds’ St. Alban’s Episcopal Church will offer a warming center at the church on Friday, Jan. 12 from 9 a.m. to…
Cold, wet, windy weather ahead — and some safety tips
Cold weather can be dangerous. And with significant rain and wind in the local forecast (and a blizzard warning in effect across the mountain passes), here’s some important information to…
Prepare in advance for severe winter weather
Winter storms can have significant impact on local communities. They can be both destructive and disruptive. Know what to do before, during and after a storm. The Washington State Fire…
‘Home for the Holidays’ traffic safety campaign begins
The Washington State Patrol (WSP), in partnership with the Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC) and law enforcement agencies across the state, are beginning the “Home for the Holidays” traffic safety…
Time to prepare for winter driving, WSDOT says
Winter’s on its way with some snow and icy conditions, and the Washington State Department of Transportation has tips on how stay safe and keep everyone moving this winter. “Many…
PUD offers tips to conserve energy, water during heat wave
Along with the temperature, Snohomish County PUD customers’ power and water demands promise to climb over the next few days. The PUD is prepared to meet high energy and water…
Hottest temperatures of the year forecast for Western Washington this week
The National Weather Service is predicting “dangerously hot conditions” across much of Western Washington now through Thursday evening. Temperatures are forecast to reach the high 90s and pass 100 degrees…