A powerful Pacific frontal system is bringing strong south winds, downed trees, and a heightened risk of power outages to southwest Washington and northwest Oregon on Monday, December 15. What the warnings mean The National Weather Service in Portland has … Continue reading High wind warning for southwest washington
Western Washington is bracing for yet another powerful atmospheric river as a new system lines up to strike the West Coast late Sunday and persist into the middle of next week. According to the National Weather Service Hydrologic Outlook issued … Continue reading Another Atmospheric River Targets the West Coast and Pacific Northwest
For decades, climate scientists have warned that a warming planet would intensify storms, increase the atmospheric moisture load, and push coastal systems beyond their historical limits. On October 19, 2024, those warnings crossed an essential threshold from projection to confirmation … Continue reading When Best Available Science Becomes Reality- Atmospheric Rovers grow in intensity
Surf Hog BBQ is bringing slow-smoked comfort to downtown Long Beach, answering a long-standing local call for authentic barbecue. Opening day is set for Friday the 19th, with a winter schedule running Friday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., … Continue reading Surf Hog BBQ Brings Smoked BBQ to Downtown Long Beach
Ilwaco is kicking off the season with a community-focused celebration that puts local businesses and makers at center stage. On Saturday, December 13, 2025, the Ilwaco Holiday Market and Shop Hop will transform the Salt Hotel & Pub and the … Continue reading Ilwaco Holiday Market
Hands Along the Peninsula is hosting a community food drive on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from Noon to 2:30 PM at 1601 Bay Ave in Ocean Park, inviting residents across the Long Beach Peninsula to come together in the spirit … Continue reading Hands Along the Peninsula Brings the Community Together for a Holiday Food Drive
With widespread devastation across Washington State, many homeowners are facing extensive flooding, evacuations, and the heartbreaking loss of homes and belongings as entire neighborhoods have been submerged. During moments like these, the American Red Cross plays a critical role in … Continue reading How the Red Cross Helps Washington Communities During Flooding—and How You Can Help
Communities sometimes celebrate low water bills as a sign of good management. But when low costs result from under-investing in storm drains, ditches and allowing widespread tree removal without investing in tree canopy growth and planting of trees, homeowners eventually … Continue reading How Lost Canopy, Weak Infrastructure, and Harmful Tree Height Restrictions Are Potentially Damaging Homeowners in Surfside
A powerful series of atmospheric rivers drenched Washington State in early December, producing extraordinary five-day rainfall totals that overwhelmed rivers, saturated soils, and triggered widespread flooding concerns. A Public Information Statement issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) Seattle/Tacoma at … Continue reading Atmospheric Rivers Soak Washington: NOAA Confirms Extreme 5-Day Rainfall Totals Across the State
Voting for electronic voting is a vote for democracy. We should be working toward making it easy for all residents to vote. With electronic voting you get a message on your phone with a link to vote. Hundreds of surfside … Continue reading Mail Ballot Missteps Highlight the Urgent Need for Electronic Voting in Surfside
