The Danger of Lightning During Current Hot, Dry Spell in WA
Rain and thunderstorms present hazards this time of year in the region because they bring the risk of wildfires.
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Pioneer Fire Continues to Expand, Inch Closer to Stehekin
The Pioneer Fire grows to 23,529 acres, believed to be human-triggered. Level 1 evacuations in place for Stehekin.
Increased Thunderstorm Activity for the Cascades
There may be multiple rounds of thunderstorms and rainfall near the Cascades starting Monday afternoon.
Increased Heat and Possible Thunderstorms Could Bring Unstable Wildfire Conditions This Week
Unstable weather conditions may result in rapid fire growth for the White River and Irving Peak fires on Wednesday and Thursday.
Hot, Smokey Weather in NCW Could See Relief from Thunderstorms This Weekend
The hottest weather since last month's heat wave is headed for North Central Washington in the next few days. The National Weather Service is predicting Wenatchee to hit a high of 104 Saturday, one degree below the record for that date.
The high mark will cap three straight days of triple digit weather, which will be followed by a cool down into the low 90's brought on by thunderstorms Saturday ni