Weather
Chelan Watershed Okay As Drought Worsens For Okanogan, Yakima
Last month, the state expanded the drought emergency that was declared in April and now includes a total of 27 watersheds, including Wenatchee, Entiat and Chelan. But while some watersheds like the Okanogan and Upper Yakima are already feeling the pinch, KOHO’s Chelan Correspondent Jeff Conwell reports the Chelan watershed is fairing okay.
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It’s Not Summer Yet, But This Week Sure Feels Like It
Forecasters say people in much of the Pacific Northwest should prepare for warmer than normal temperatures this week with highs into the 90s in some areas. The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory from noon today through tomorrow night. And although we can expect temperatures to cool off next week, they’ll still remain…
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As Fire Danger Increases, Training Academy For Central Wash. Wildland Firefighters Begins
Fire training that teaches various agencies how to communicate with one another during a fire and what life can be like for a firefighter in the field starts tomorrow. Marcus Bellissimo reports.
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Late-Week Heat Could Soar To Record Levels Across Pacific Northwest
An already mild stretch in the Pacific Northwest will kick into another gear late this week as temperatures soar near-to or at record levels. The upcoming heat will have warm weather fans rejoicing, but can put a strain on some residents who are not yet accustomed to such high temperatures this early in the year.…
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Garden Guru – Wind, Weather, Potted Gardens
Scott Parsons is your Garden Guru and joins us every Tuesday during the growing season to help us green our thumbs. In Episode 8, Parsons talks about some cool overnight temps this week in the Upper Wenatchee Valley, ways to keep the wind at bay and getting your “potted garden” ready on your deck or…
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Low Snow Means North Cascades Highway Back Open Early
Every year, the North Cascades Highway closes for the winter months. The WSDOT aims for reopening the highway in early May, but this year, crews got it done a bit earlier, as Marcus Bellissimo reports.
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This Week’s Rain Only Slightly Helpful For NCW Summer Water Supply
Conservation and drought – two words you don’t to hear when forecasting the state water supply through September. Marcus Bellissimo reports this week’s rain meant good things for some areas of Central Washington at risk of drought this year. The lowland precipitation will help with soil moisture, but it won’t make up for the shortage…
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Annual Clearing Of North Cascades Highway Underway, On Target, WSDOT Says
The reopening of the North Cascades Highway after winter is an annual event. And so far, this years opening appears to be on target, as Marcus Bellissimo reports.
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Sage Hills Reopening Delayed to Protect Mule Deer, Trails
The popular hiking and biking trails in Sage Hills and Horse Lake Reserve in the Wenatchee Foothills won’t be opening April 1 like usual – April 5 is the now the tentative reopen date. The Chelan-Douglas Land Trust and Chelan PUD decided to delay the reopening to help wildlife and trail conditions. Chelan County also…
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Studded Tire Removal Deadline This Sunday, March 31
You now have less than a week to get your studded tires off your car. The Washington Transportation Dept. said with a record-setting winter finally in the books, the arrival of spring means drivers have until Sunday, March 31, to remove studded tires. Starting Monday, April 1, drivers with studs face a $136 fine.
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Warmer, Slightly Drier Spring For NCW, National Weather Service Says
This spring promises warmer temperatures and less precipitation than past springs. But thankfully, snowmelt is gradual, as Marcus Bellissimo reports.
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