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Sign Up to Receive Emergency AlertsUPDATE 11/25: Power is restored to most households and shelter at Garfield Community Center is now closed. The City of Seattle is tracking the next round of windstorms and continued impacts from power outages. This blog post will be updated with the latest information on places for people to charge… [ Keep reading ]
The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Warning for Seattle until Wednesday, August 16 at 11:00 pm. Information about this Warning and other advisories for our area can be found at weather.gov/sew. Daytime high temperatures over 90 degrees and warmer than average overnight temperatures over a period of several… [ Keep reading ]
High tides and wet weather increase the risk of flooding and sewer backups in South Park. King Tides (very high tides) are expected next week, Monday through Wednesday morning. The City of Seattle will be on the ground monitoring the situation.
The City of Seattle is tracking this week’s cold weather system and preparing to activate additional services as needed. This blog post will be updated with the latest information on places for people to get indoors and out of the cold, keeping critical infrastructure open, changes to City services, and tips to stay warm and safe.
The City of Seattle is tracking this week’s cold weather system and preparing to activate additional services as needed. This blog post will be updated with the latest information on places for people to get indoors and out of the cold, keeping critical infrastructure open, changes to City services, and tips to stay warm and safe.
Wildfire smoke continues to move into the Seattle area Saturday, September 10. A new fire, the Bolt Creek Fire near Skykomish, is sending additional smoke to Seattle. Air quality is now Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups in most areas and Unhealthy for everyone in some areas. Español | 繁體中文 | 简体中文… [ Keep reading ]
Updated information is available for Saturday, September 10. Click here for the latest alert. Wildfire smoke is blowing into our region, causing air quality impacts. Air quality may be unhealthy for sensitive groups Friday and Saturday. Air quality is expected to improve Sunday or Monday. When air quality is unhealthy… [ Keep reading ]
Last updated: July 29, 2022 11:00 AM The National Weather Service has extended an Excessive Heat Warning for Seattle through Sunday, 7/31. High temperatures in the low-to-mid 90s and low temperatures in the mid-to-high 60s will continue through the weekend, allowing for little overnight cooling. Extreme heat can cause illness… [ Keep reading ]
The National Weather Service expects an additional 1 to 3 inches of snow accumulation beginning late tonight and continuing into Thursday morning’s commute. The City of Seattle will face extremely cold temperatures and risk of icy conditions into the new year. With significant snow accumulation, the City of Seattle is urging residents and businesses: Avoid and… [ Keep reading ]
With snowfall accumulation between 3” and 6” yesterday and freezing temperatures overnight, some city services have been impacted. The National Weather Service expects additional snow accumulation later in the week, and the City of Seattle will face extremely cold temperatures into the new year. The extreme cold temperatures will present… [ Keep reading ]
Rain and gusty winds will move into Seattle on Friday, September 17 and remain in the area through the weekend, with the heaviest rain anticipated on Friday night. Rain and wind can lead to tree damage and power outages, and heavy rain can create hazardous driving conditions due to flooding and low… [ Keep reading ]
The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Warning for Seattle due to forecasted high temperatures above 90 degrees. The warming trend will begin Wednesday and continue through Saturday. The City of Seattle is working together with our regional partners to prepare for these extreme temperatures including monitoring critical… [ Keep reading ]
A Winter Storm Warning has been issued for the Seattle area. Heavy snow and high winds are expected. Travel could be very difficult. Avoid travel if possible. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. City of Seattle Safety Information: https://www.seattle.gov/winterweather… [ Keep reading ]
December 21st was the official start of winter, and winter brings plenty of hazards, including rain, snow, wind, and landslides. Being prepared for winter hazards is important, especially as we all spend more time at home as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Winter Hazards The winter months bring us… [ Keep reading ]
Alert Seattle: Wildfire smoke in the area continues to cause unhealthy air quality. Take steps to protect yourself from wildfire smoke: https://pscleanair.gov
Alert Seattle: Wildfire smoke in the area is causing unhealthy air quality. Take steps to protect yourself from wildfire smoke: https://pscleanair.gov/
