winter

The city of Wenatchee released some safety reminders for residents trying to stay warm this winter. For space heaters, make sure anything that can burn (bedding, clothing, curtains) are at least three feet away and that the heater has an automatic shut off in case it tips over...

With holiday travels and winter weather conditions, AAA Washington anticipates more than 14,500 roadside rescues with more than 5,000 calls needing a vehicle tow. "It's important when you hit the roads during winter weather that you take an emergency kit with you," said Kelly Just, public relations coordinator...

Chelan County Public Works shared tips on how folks should prepare and respond to snow plows. County snowplows hit the road at around 5 a.m. on weekdays when a snow event hits. The public is advised to stay at least 150 feet back, roughly 12 car lengths, in case the snowplow loses traction on icy road conditions...

After an influx of collisions on Interstate 90 in Grant County, eastbound I-90 closed at Adams Road temporarily Sunday evening. Grant County Sheriff's Office Public Information Officer Kyle Foreman urges drivers to be cautious as the winter weather worsens road conditions...

Like it or not, winter has finally arrived in time for the Thanksgiving holiday. The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous outlook for Monday through Saturday this upcoming week. A much cooler and active weather pattern will settle over the Wenatchee area, Moses Lake area and Okanogan area as we shift into the last week of November...

The city of Wenatchee is on the hunt for folks who want to give back to the community and volunteer to provide snow removal services for eligible seniors and persons with physical disabilities. "It's a great opportunity for our citizens to help their neighbors," said Tammy Stanger, city clerk...

Holidays on Ice, a California based company with pop up rinks, is taking its show on the road to Leavenworth this winter everyday, including Christmas and Thanksgiving, from November 22 to late January 2020. The pop up rink will be next to Leavenworth City Hall at the Lion's Club Park...

Winter is fast approaching and with it, comes snowfall. Chelan County Public Works asks residents to do their part in assisting road crews by removing parked vehicles along county road shoulders. Vehicles parked along the edge of the road causes issues to arise for snowplowing operations and safety hazards for drivers...

The temperature is dropping which is a sign the winter season is edging into the foreseeable future and Wenatchee Parks and Recreation announced a seasonal program to keep little ones' cabin fever at bay. The Indoor Playground Program is returning November 6 in the Pybus Events Room...

The National Weather Service shared a hazardous weather outlook for this week and the beginning of next week. Folks in portions of Central Washington, East Central Washington and North Central Washington should prepare for gusty winds to shift north throughout Tuesday, October 8, with speeds reaching 30 to 40 mph...