National Weather Service Mentions ‘S’ Word in Latest Forecast

Just when we’re still assessing Monday morning’s major windstorm/high tide surge comes news that the National Weather Service is mentioning the ‘S’ word in their predictions, saying... [Read more]

PHOTOS: Scenes from Recent High Tide/Wind Storm

As the Des Moines area woke up this morning, after listening to howling winds all night, we all came face-to-face with what Mother Nature unleashed on us – a massive amount of damage from a devastating... [Read more]

WEATHER: Chance of Snow Monday night, but don’t expect much…

The National Weather Service issued a “Special Weather Statement” Sunday, warning of a chance of snow Monday night, March 5. But don’t worry kids – it won’t likely cause a Snow... [Read more]

WEATHER: Highline & Federal Way Schools Will Be Closed Thursday

Both the Highline School District and Federal Way Public Schools announced late Wednesday afternoon (Jan. 18) that there will be no school Thursday, Jan. 19, “due to weather conditions.” It’s... [Read more]

Highline Schools Starting 2 Hours Late; Federal Way Schools Closed

Photo courtesy Jeff Simpson. UPDATE Tues. 1/17/12 6:42 a.m.: Highline Schools will start two hours late today, and there will be no A.M. Kindergarten, no A.M. ECEAP. and no A.M. Preschool Programs. Federal... [Read more]

Is It Snowing Where You Are Yet? Here’s An Easy Way To Find Out…

We hate to state the obvious, but…depending on how far above sea level you are, and whether there’s any precipitation, it’s either snowing…or not…in the general Des Moines... [Read more]

WEATHER UPDATE: 40-50% Chance Of Snow Starting Sunday Morning

The National Weather Service released a ‘Special Weather Statement‘ early Friday morning (Jan. 13), warning of a cold front arriving Saturday morning, presenting a 40-50% chance of snow accumulation... [Read more]

WEATHER: Snow Mentioned In Official Weather Forecast For Early Next Week

Just when you thought your mild northwest “winter” was over comes word from the National Weather Service that the ‘S’ word – as in SNOW – may creep back into the forecast early... [Read more]

WEATHER: ‘Special Weather Statement’ Mentions The S-Word For Friday

The National Weather Service on Wednesday (Nov. 16) released a “Special Weather Statement” that mentions the “S” word – SNOW – as possibly happening this Friday. They say that... [Read more]

‘Wind Advisory’ Issued; Expect Gusts Up To 50mph Until Around 2pm

Batten down the hatches folks – the National Weather Service released a “Wind Advisory” this morning (Wed., March 2) warning that gusts up to around 50mph can be expected to develop across... [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]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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]