WEATHER: ‘Winter Weather Advisory’ Issued; Up To 2″ More Of 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]

WEATHER: Snow Hits Burien Wed. Night, Over 3 Inches Fall Near Sea Level

Snow finally fell on the Burien area Wednesday night, and as of midnight, at least three inches were on the ground near sea level in Burien’s Three Tree Point neighborhood, with large flakes still... [Read more]

WEATHER: Flakes Fall In Burien; ‘Winter Storm Warning’ In Effect Until Thursday

Around 12:30pm Wednesday (Feb. 23rd) a small snow squall passed through the Burien area, with large flakes falling (and sticking) for 15 or so minutes. Then, just as soon as it appeared, it disappeared.... [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 through Thursday morning…

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]

‘A Brief Period Of Light Snow Is Possible’ Saturday Night/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]

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: Snow Finally Arrives In Burien. Whoop-Dee-Flippin’ Doo.

Screengrab of radar image shows the storm moving in. As of Tuesday night, Jan. 11th at 6pm, light flakes are falling in Burien. Also, it’s snowing a little outside as the once-feared ‘Widespread... [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]

Metro Transit Will Be On ‘Snow Watch’ Tuesday Afternoon

Metro Transit announced Monday afternoon (Jan. 10th), that it will be on “Snow Watch” for Tuesday afternoon’s commute (Jan. 11), which they say “could be very different from morning... [Read more]

50% Chance Of Snow Wednesday? Metro Transit Declares ‘Snow Watch’

Metro Transit declared Tuesday afternoon (Dec. 28th) that it’s on “snow watch” for Wednesday, Dec. 29th, and the National Weather Service concurs with this forecast for the Burien area: Tonight:... [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]

PHOTOS: Scenes From The Weekend Deluge And Subsequent Flooding

The much-anticipated “Pineapple Express” torrential “river” of rain hit the Burien area hard over the weekend, causing local flooding of creeks, a landslide, newly-formed ponds... [Read more]

Weatherfolks Say Warmer Temps, Rain Will Return Thanksgiving Day

The National Weather Service is saying that we’re almost done with this pre-winter cold snap, their latest “Special Weather Statement” claims that temps will rise and rain will return... [Read more]

WEATHER: Temps To Remain Below Freezing Through Thanksgiving Morning

The National Weather Service issued an updated “Special Weather Statement” late Tuesday afternoon (Nov. 23rd), with warnings that temps will remain below freezing through Thanksgiving morning... [Read more]

WEATHER: It’s Snowing! And We Might See 2-6? By Tonight; Winds Next

With less than a month before winter, it’s a late-fall winter wonderland in the Burien area this morning (Monday, Nov. 22nd), with snowflakes blanketing the area nicely, making for some scenic yet... [Read more]

National Weather Service Releases ‘Winter Weather Advisory’: Snow Possible

The National Weather Service released a “Winter Weather Advisory” just before Noon on Sunday, Nov. 21st, with a warning for possible snow showers in the greater Seattle/Tacoma/Everett area... [Read more]

WEATHER: Second Surge Of Cold Air Coming Monday And Tuesday

The National Weather Service released another “Special Weather Statement” (not as strong as an Advisory) on Saturday, warning us all that, in addition to the possibility of cold and snow this... [Read more]

ADVISORY: Weather Service Still Hinting At Possible Weekend Cold/Snow

The National Weather Service released another “Special Weather Statement” late Monday (Nov. 15th) that hints that yes, there may still be a cold front moving in to the northwest this coming... [Read more]

ADVISORY: New ‘Weather Statement’ Warns Of Possible Weekend Snow

On Sunday afternoon (Nov. 14th), the National Weather Service issued a “Special Weather Statement” that prognosticates the possibility of a cold front moving down from Canada into western Washington... [Read more]

PHOTO: Forest Fire Smoke Adds Dramatic Effect To Saturday’s Sunset

Smoke from a forest fire burning in the Olympic National Forest (or perhaps Westport?) added dramatic shapes and colors to Saturday night’s sunset, as evidenced in the photo below submitted by BTB... [Read more]