News & Stories Environment Photos: Record-breaking heat in the Seattle area Megan Farmer July 28, 2022 / 2:23 pm 1 of 12Anthony Barbano, 18, left, and Sophie Egan, 18, cool off while sitting on a log in Lake Washington on Wednesday, July 27, 2022, at Seward Park in Seattle. Credit: KUOW Photo/Megan Farmer Share your thoughts on this storyDo you feel more informed on this issue? *YesNoDo you believe multiple sides and perspectives were considered and represented fairly? *YesNoDid you hear perspectives that were similar to yours? *YesNoWhat questions do you still have about this story? What did we get right, and what could we have done better? *By checking this box, you agree to receive email communications from KUOW Puget Sound Public Radio.*All fields required Why you can trust KUOW Megan Farmer Visual Journalist & Editor Megan Farmer is a visual journalist and visual editor who joined KUOW in 2017. More stories from Megan Farmer » Recommended Stories Washington’s climate pollution data slow to see light of day, despite new law June 13, 2025 'Tree equity' on the chopping block in Washington state June 12, 2025 Northwest tribes: Treaties mean Trump can’t ax salmon funding June 06, 2025