North Sound Weather Minute

This term is likely to be occasionally used now that the North Sound rainy season is here. This podcast addresses what an atmospheric river is and what the impacts can be, plus how to monitor river and potential landslide conditions near you.

November ranks as the number one month for flooding in the North Sound. This podcast explains why that is the case and offers what the next week of wet weather may mean for area rivers, plus more.

This podcast answers that question, particularly for those who get weather forecasts off their smart phone. Also learn how and why different smart phones weather apps offer different forecasts. Have fun with that comparison with friends and family.

The calendar has turned to November and the month is historically the wettest of the year. This podcast offers what weather lies ahead this week including for any mountain travel, plus the status of the region's rivers and what to do with fallen leaves and storm drains.

It's that time of the year again - for the time change. This podcast describes why this is still the case including political actions in the past year. In addition, the time change is a great opportunity to change batteries in emergency warning units like smoke detectors and weather radios.

This podcast answers that question plus what this Halloween's weather looks like.

Cooler weather is arriving. This podcast addresses protective actions to take around the home including potted plants, outdoor faucets, hoses, and windows, plus the growing threat of frost and icy spots on roadways. A look ahead to Halloween is noted as well.

This month has been a dry one. Is it moving toward the record books? Listen to learn the answer and what the rest of this month's weather is anticipated to be.

Each third Thursday of the month offers a fresh seasonal weather outlook. This podcast shares the latest winter weather outlook for the North Sound, its impacts, and offers preparedness resources that can be used in advance of the coming winter season.

The annual global Great Shakeout Drill is set for Thursday, Oct 15th, at 1015 AM Pacific Time and that includes those in the North Sound. This is a fun yet exercise drill, and everyone can participate. Listen for all the details plus how to join the over 1.5 million in Washington that have already registered.