WEATHER: ‘Winter Weather Advisory’ Issued; More Snow Tonight?

Just when we thought it was all over, the National Weather Service issued a “Winter Weather Advisory” Saturday afternoon (Feb. 26th) warning us that “snowfall accumulations of a trace... [Read more]

VIDEO: A Tilt-shifted View Of A Snowy Downtown Des Moines

From local photographer Justin Suyama comes this beautifully filmed scene shot this morning in Des Moines. Using a technique called “tilt-shift,” the snowy downtown Des Moines appears to be... [Read more]

SNOW UPDATE: No Garbage/Recycling, Limited Snow Routes

Last night’s snowfall has affected the Des Moines (and greater King County) area, causing many delays, closures, snow routes for buses and more, including lots of kids and families out having fun... [Read more]

WEATHER: Despite Little Snow (So Far), ‘Winter Storm Warning’ Still In Effect

Despite a very small amount of snow on the ground in the Des Moines area, but with plenty of cold, blustery wind and ominous dark clouds swirling all around us, the National Weather Service peeps are still... [Read more]

VIDEO: Snow Briefly Appears & Then Disappears

With the entire Puget Sound on alert for snow, the blog staff has been keeping one eye on the sky in case any of the white stuff puts in an appearance. Several of our photographers have been preparing... [Read more]

WEATHER: No Snow Yet, But ‘Winter Storm Warning’ In Effect Until Thursday

No snow to speak of has fallen in Des Moines yet, but the National Weather Service issued another a “Winter Storm Warning” Wednesday morning (Feb. 23) that will remain in effect until 10am... [Read more]

WEATHER: 2-6″ Of Snow Wed./Thurs.? Plus, Webcams To Watch Snowfall

The National Weather Service released their latest urgent, ALL CAPS Winter Storm Warning Tuesday afternoon (Feb. 22), with revised predictions of 2-6-inches of snow falling beginning late tonight and continuing... [Read more]

WEATHER: ‘Snowfall Accumulations…Up To 6 Inches Are Possible’ Starting Wed.

Tuesday morning (Feb. 22), the National Weather Service issued a urgent “Winter Storm Watch” for Wednesday through Thursday, saying that “snowfall accumulations of up to 6 inches are... [Read more]

National Weather Service Says ‘Snow Showers Can Be Expected’ This Week

The National Weather Service released a “Special Weather Statement” on Sunday (Feb. 20), warning that “snow showers can be expected on The Lowlands this week.” “Snow levels... [Read more]

UPDATE: New ‘Special Weather Statement’ Released; Expect Rain/Snow

The National Weather Service issued another “Special Weather Statement” Thursday morning (Feb. 17th) that predicts that we’ll see a mix of rain and snow down to sea level through Friday. However,... [Read more]

WEATHER: Chance Of Snow Thursday Or Friday, Possibly Early Next Week

The National Weather Service is warning everyone that there’s a 60% chance of some snow this Thursday (Feb. 17th), with the snow level projected to be around 200 feet. The snow level is predicted... [Read more]

WEATHER: ‘Brief Period Of Light Snow Is Possible’ Tonight/Sunday Morning

The National Weather Service released a “Special Weather Statement” Saturday afternoon (Jan. 29), warning that “a brief period of light snow is possible” starting late tonight or... [Read more]

Here’s Why The City Of Des Moines Cut Down Pear Trees At Big Catch Plaza

by Ralph Nichols A small stand of trees in Big Catch Plaza was recently cut down by a city Parks and Recreation Department crew, leaving some Des Moines residents wondering why. The decorative pear trees... [Read more]

PHOTOS: Dramatic Skies For Des Moines Sunset

After days of what seemed like unending rain, it was nice to have a little sunshine beam down from the sky over Des Moines today. Photographer Michael Brunk thought so too and headed down to the fishing... [Read more]

Heavy Rainfall Increases Landslide Chances; New Weather Statement Issued

Several potent weather systems have produced heavy rainfall and some flooding over the Des Moines area over the last few days, and the National Weather Service issued a “Special Weather Statement”... [Read more]

WARNING: ‘Bouts Of Heavy Rain,’ Mean Flood Watch Issued For This Weekend

On Sunday, Dec. 12, 2010, Miller Creek flooded and closed Shorebrook Drive near The Cove in Normandy Park. Part of the overflow rushed through the front yard of this house. Photo by Scott Schaefer. Both... [Read more]

Highline Schools Will Start 1 Hour Late Today; Federal Way, 2 Hours Late

According to the website SchoolReport.org, it appears that all Highline Public Schools will start one hour late today (Wednesday, Jan. 12th), and Federal Way Schools will start two hours late. As far as... [Read more]

UPDATE: Once-Feared ‘Heavy Snow Event’ Finally Trickles Into Town

Screengrab of the latest radar image shows the storm moving in. As of Tuesday night, Jan. 11th at 6:30pm, light flakes are falling in Des Moines. Also, it’s snowing a little outside as the once-feared... [Read more]

ADVISORY: 1″ to 4″ Of Snow May Fall Tonight; Early Commute Encouraged

UPDATE TUES. 1/11/11 1pm: The National Weather Service is sticking to their prediction for today’s impending snowstorm, saying that 1 to 4-inches of snow is probable, starting in the late afternoon,... [Read more]

UPDATE: ‘Hit Or Miss’ Lowland Snow Coming As Soon As Tuesday Night

UPDATE 12/27/10: On Monday, Dec. 27th, the National Weather Service released another “Special Weather Statement” alerting us to the possibility of snow this week, starting now as early as Tuesday... [Read more]