Seattle sweater weather is back — but will we need rain gear? Fall is here, and summer already feels like it was so far in the past, especially thanks to this wet, chilly start to the season. Katie Campbell Play AudioListen 5 mins
First significant rainfall since April arrives in Western Washington Some areas could get up to an inch of rain when it's all said and done today. Katie Campbell
NAACP signs agreement with FEMA to advance equity in disaster resilience As part of the collaborative effort, the NAACP's Emergency Management Task Force will regularly meet with FEMA to advance its progress on equity within disaster preparedness. Jonathan Franklin
What's the connection between climate change and hurricanes? Hurricane Idalia made landfall in Florida. Here are some ways climate change is reshaping tropical cyclones like it Alejandra Borunda
This summer has been a scorcher. DHS wants communities to plan for more of them The administration is releasing new suggested guidelines for states and local communities on how to protect against extreme temperatures. Barbara Sprunt
Fuel, heat, drought, wind: Recipe for big Spokane wildfires "The hotter and drier it is, the more intense the wildfire.” John Ryan Play AudioListen 5 mins
Hilary could be the first tropical storm to hit California in more than 80 years Hurricane Hilary will make landfall in Baja California this weekend before weakening to a tropical storm. But torrential rain could cause dangerous flooding in Southern California and inland. Dustin Jones
How do Washington's dairy cows handle extreme heat? Soundside host sits down with rural correspondent Anna King to talk about how dairy farmers are keeping their cows cool as the temperatures hit over 100 degrees on the other side of the Cascades. Jason Burrows Play AudioListen 15 mins
As Seattle area heat wave continues, outdoor workers feel the burn The Seattle area is under an excessive heat warning through Wednesday. We asked outdoor workers how they’re handling the heat. Joshua McNichols Play AudioListen 1 min