ADVISORY: “Very Strong” Windy Conditions Expected Thursday

The National Weather Service issued a “Special Weather Statement” Tuesday Nov. 3rd at 4:57pm, warning of “very strong” winds and rain hitting the area Thursday (Nov. 5th) with gusts... [Read more]

ADVISORY: Rainstorms Are A-Comin’ Back…

The National Weather Service has issued a “Special Weather Statement” alerting us all that, despite the recent sunny weather, the rain is a-comin’ back, starting Tuesday (Oct. 13th),... [Read more]

ADVISORY: Cold/Wet/Windy Front Expected To Hit Saturday

We haven’t seen one of these since July 29th, when the temps hit 104-degrees – an actual Weather Advisory – this time for quite the opposite: a cold/wet and “breezy” front... [Read more]

Record Rainfall Falls On Area; Landslide Danger Remains

Underneath these dinghys and picnic table lies a physical, wooden dock that is usually above the waterline of Lake Burien, but Thursday is partially submerged due to the record rainfalls. Photo by Cynthia... [Read more]

ADVISORY: Flood Watch In Effect Through Friday

At 3:24pm Monday Jan. 5th, the National Weather Service issued the following Flood Watch Advisory: … Flood Watch in effect from Tuesday evening through Friday afternoon… Rain will fall over... [Read more]

Snowfolk Melting; Flood Watch In Effect For Small Streams

Only patches of snow remain in the Burien area Saturday (some side roads may still be slushy), and proof that it is melting lies above in the sad crime scene photo of a one-time Snowman’s remains... [Read more]

ADVISORY: Flood Watch In Effect Through Sunday

Sure, there aren’t any major rivers running through the Burien area, but we do have some significant creeks (ie: Miller & Walker Creeks), so everyone should make sure to clear any storm drains... [Read more]

Wednesday’s Latest Weather, Closure/Opening Updates

Carolyn Rosenfield found an easier way to get around Burien – by cross country skiing on SW 172nd in 3 Tree Point. Photo by John Naubert. 10:45am 12/24/08 UPDATE: The soggy rain transition period... [Read more]

Burien’s Wednesday Weather Update: Snow, Rain, Slush

Lake Burien is still partially frozen Wednesday morning, with a fresh dusting of scenic snow. Photo by Gregory Rehmke. Looks like we’re in the icky weather transition period where the snow turns... [Read more]

ADVISORY: Even Bigger Storm Coming This Weekend?

Just when you thought the worst was over comes this brand spankin’ new Winter Weather Advisory (as of 4:58 12/18/08)  from the National Weather Service – basically, another, even more powerful... [Read more]

WEATHER ADVISORY: 1st Winter Storm Watch Coming!

The National Weather Service released this “Winter Storm Watch” warning at 2:10pm Thurs. Dec. 11th: … Winter Storm Watch in effect from Friday afternoon through late Friday night… The... [Read more]

In-Between Election Returns, Clean Out A Storm Drain

According to King County officials, a very heavy rainstorm is en route to our area (due here ’round Thursday) and we here at the B-Town Blog have a common-sense suggestion that may take your mind... [Read more]

ADVISORY:The B-Town Weather Rock® About To Get Soaked

The patented, trademarked and copyrighted B-Town Blog Weather Rock®™© looks like its on the verge of needing a very absorbent diaper soon, as it’s just issued the following Weather Advisory: …... [Read more]

The Rain Will Not Stop The Farmer’s Market

The rain will not dampen nor stop today’s Farmer’s Market. Repeat: no matter what size raindrops are falling, the Farmer’s Market will open today at 11am on 10th Ave SW between SW 152nd... [Read more]

Weather Advisory:Unseasonably Cold Storm Coming

So let me get this straight – last weekend the temp hit 75 or so, and this coming weekend it may…gulp…SNOW??? Or at least freeze all the spring blooms? What’s going on? Is this... [Read more]

No Snow In B-Town. Yet.

Sadly, no snow fell (or at least stuck) in B-Town overnight, but according to the National Weather Service, we’re not out of the woods yet – another cold air mass is expected to come in Monday,... [Read more]

Eagle Landing Park Storm Damage

Video taken at Eagle Landing Park on 12/3/07. According to the submitter: The storm drain is running about half as fast in this video, as it was during the heaviest rains. Over 4.5 inches of rain in a... [Read more]