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Captain’s Daring Rescue Saves Toddler in Greece https://www.byteseu.com/1989337/ #Greece #HighWinds #RescueOperation #Volos

Welp…

Hot damn… it's actually *snowing* here

Puget Sound lowlands, at about 250 feet above sea level on an island surrounded by 50 degree salt water 600 feet deep off to the east toward the mainland

Doppler radar on Precip Depiction mode shows a good-sized wedge of cold blue air pointing out to the west, so it looks like it may keep snowing for a while

#WAwx #ORwx #BCwx #PNWwx #PNW #KSEA #NWS #WX #Weather #Snow #HighWinds

Welp…

Hot damn… it's actually *snowing* here

Puget Sound lowlands, at about 250 feet above sea level on an island surrounded by 50 degree salt water 600 feet deep off to the east toward the mainland

Doppler radar on Precip Depiction mode shows a good-sized wedge of cold blue air pointing out to the west, so it looks like it may keep snowing for a while

#WAwx #ORwx #BCwx #PNWwx #PNW #KSEA #NWS #WX #Weather #Snow #HighWinds

Welp…

Hot damn… it's actually *snowing* here

Puget Sound lowlands, at about 250 feet above sea level on an island surrounded by 50 degree salt water 600 feet deep off to the east toward the mainland

Doppler radar on Precip Depiction mode shows a good-sized wedge of cold blue air pointing out to the west, so it looks like it may keep snowing for a while

#WAwx #ORwx #BCwx #PNWwx #PNW #KSEA #NWS #WX #Weather #Snow #HighWinds

Welp…

Hot damn… it's actually *snowing* here

Puget Sound lowlands, at about 250 feet above sea level on an island surrounded by 50 degree salt water 600 feet deep off to the east toward the mainland

Doppler radar on Precip Depiction mode shows a good-sized wedge of cold blue air pointing out to the west, so it looks like it may keep snowing for a while

#WAwx #ORwx #BCwx #PNWwx #PNW #KSEA #NWS #WX #Weather #Snow #HighWinds

Welp…

Hot damn… it's actually *snowing* here

Puget Sound lowlands, at about 250 feet above sea level on an island surrounded by 50 degree salt water 600 feet deep off to the east toward the mainland

Doppler radar on Precip Depiction mode shows a good-sized wedge of cold blue air pointing out to the west, so it looks like it may keep snowing for a while

#WAwx #ORwx #BCwx #PNWwx #PNW #KSEA #NWS #WX #Weather #Snow #HighWinds

Snoqualmie Pass WA I-90

Friday 03/13/2026 07:03:42 PDT

Pass report

Elevation: 3022 ft / 921 m

Travel eastbound: Chains required on all vehicles except all wheel drive, Oversize Vehicles Prohibited

The pass remains open eastbound with chains required for all vehicles except all-wheel-drive, oversize vehicles prohibited from milepost 34, 18 miles west of the summit near North Bend.

Travel westbound: Pass Closed

I-90 Snoqualmie Pass is closed westbound at milepost 70, 20 miles east of the summit near Easton, due to multiple spinouts and collisions.

Conditions: Compact snow and ice on the roadway.

Weather: Snowing hard

Last updated: Friday, March 13, 2026 6:56 AM

Stevens Pass WA US Hwy 2 is open, chains required, but snowing hard and it really doesn't *look* plowed...

Here: https://wsdot.com/travel/real-time/mountainpasses/stevens

#WAwx #ORwx #BCwx #PNWwx #PNW #KSEA #NWS #WX #Weather #Snow #HighWinds

Snoqualmie Pass WA I-90

Friday 03/13/2026 07:03:42 PDT

Pass report

Elevation: 3022 ft / 921 m

Travel eastbound: Chains required on all vehicles except all wheel drive, Oversize Vehicles Prohibited

The pass remains open eastbound with chains required for all vehicles except all-wheel-drive, oversize vehicles prohibited from milepost 34, 18 miles west of the summit near North Bend.

Travel westbound: Pass Closed

I-90 Snoqualmie Pass is closed westbound at milepost 70, 20 miles east of the summit near Easton, due to multiple spinouts and collisions.

Conditions: Compact snow and ice on the roadway.

Weather: Snowing hard

Last updated: Friday, March 13, 2026 6:56 AM

Stevens Pass WA US Hwy 2 is open, chains required, but snowing hard and it really doesn't *look* plowed...

Here: https://wsdot.com/travel/real-time/mountainpasses/stevens

#WAwx #ORwx #BCwx #PNWwx #PNW #KSEA #NWS #WX #Weather #Snow #HighWinds

Snoqualmie Pass WA I-90

Friday 03/13/2026 07:03:42 PDT

Pass report

Elevation: 3022 ft / 921 m

Travel eastbound: Chains required on all vehicles except all wheel drive, Oversize Vehicles Prohibited

The pass remains open eastbound with chains required for all vehicles except all-wheel-drive, oversize vehicles prohibited from milepost 34, 18 miles west of the summit near North Bend.

Travel westbound: Pass Closed

I-90 Snoqualmie Pass is closed westbound at milepost 70, 20 miles east of the summit near Easton, due to multiple spinouts and collisions.

Conditions: Compact snow and ice on the roadway.

Weather: Snowing hard

Last updated: Friday, March 13, 2026 6:56 AM

Stevens Pass WA US Hwy 2 is open, chains required, but snowing hard and it really doesn't *look* plowed...

Here: https://wsdot.com/travel/real-time/mountainpasses/stevens

#WAwx #ORwx #BCwx #PNWwx #PNW #KSEA #NWS #WX #Weather #Snow #HighWinds

Snoqualmie Pass WA I-90

Friday 03/13/2026 07:03:42 PDT

Pass report

Elevation: 3022 ft / 921 m

Travel eastbound: Chains required on all vehicles except all wheel drive, Oversize Vehicles Prohibited

The pass remains open eastbound with chains required for all vehicles except all-wheel-drive, oversize vehicles prohibited from milepost 34, 18 miles west of the summit near North Bend.

Travel westbound: Pass Closed

I-90 Snoqualmie Pass is closed westbound at milepost 70, 20 miles east of the summit near Easton, due to multiple spinouts and collisions.

Conditions: Compact snow and ice on the roadway.

Weather: Snowing hard

Last updated: Friday, March 13, 2026 6:56 AM

Stevens Pass WA US Hwy 2 is open, chains required, but snowing hard and it really doesn't *look* plowed...

Here: https://wsdot.com/travel/real-time/mountainpasses/stevens

#WAwx #ORwx #BCwx #PNWwx #PNW #KSEA #NWS #WX #Weather #Snow #HighWinds

Snoqualmie Pass WA I-90

Friday 03/13/2026 07:03:42 PDT

Pass report

Elevation: 3022 ft / 921 m

Travel eastbound: Chains required on all vehicles except all wheel drive, Oversize Vehicles Prohibited

The pass remains open eastbound with chains required for all vehicles except all-wheel-drive, oversize vehicles prohibited from milepost 34, 18 miles west of the summit near North Bend.

Travel westbound: Pass Closed

I-90 Snoqualmie Pass is closed westbound at milepost 70, 20 miles east of the summit near Easton, due to multiple spinouts and collisions.

Conditions: Compact snow and ice on the roadway.

Weather: Snowing hard

Last updated: Friday, March 13, 2026 6:56 AM

Stevens Pass WA US Hwy 2 is open, chains required, but snowing hard and it really doesn't *look* plowed...

Here: https://wsdot.com/travel/real-time/mountainpasses/stevens

#WAwx #ORwx #BCwx #PNWwx #PNW #KSEA #NWS #WX #Weather #Snow #HighWinds

Welp

5:30 am PDT Mar 12

"Winds, heavy rain leave thousands without power across western Washington

WASHINGTON STATE — Strong winds and steady rain moved through western Washington on Wednesday, knocking out power to tens of thousands of customers and toppling trees across the region.

Utilities reported widespread outages as gusty conditions intensified throughout the afternoon and evening."

And there ya have it...

Here: https://komonews.com/news/local/winds-heavy-rain-leave-thousands-without-power-across-western-washington-seattle-city-light-snohomish-pud-pouget-sound-hotlines-residents

cc @ai6yr

#WAwx #ORwx #BCwx #PNWwx #PNW #KSEA #NWS #WX #Weather #HighWinds #Snow

Welp

5:30 am PDT Mar 12

"Winds, heavy rain leave thousands without power across western Washington

WASHINGTON STATE — Strong winds and steady rain moved through western Washington on Wednesday, knocking out power to tens of thousands of customers and toppling trees across the region.

Utilities reported widespread outages as gusty conditions intensified throughout the afternoon and evening."

And there ya have it...

Here: https://komonews.com/news/local/winds-heavy-rain-leave-thousands-without-power-across-western-washington-seattle-city-light-snohomish-pud-pouget-sound-hotlines-residents

cc @ai6yr

#WAwx #ORwx #BCwx #PNWwx #PNW #KSEA #NWS #WX #Weather #HighWinds #Snow

Welp

5:30 am PDT Mar 12

"Winds, heavy rain leave thousands without power across western Washington

WASHINGTON STATE — Strong winds and steady rain moved through western Washington on Wednesday, knocking out power to tens of thousands of customers and toppling trees across the region.

Utilities reported widespread outages as gusty conditions intensified throughout the afternoon and evening."

And there ya have it...

Here: https://komonews.com/news/local/winds-heavy-rain-leave-thousands-without-power-across-western-washington-seattle-city-light-snohomish-pud-pouget-sound-hotlines-residents

cc @ai6yr

#WAwx #ORwx #BCwx #PNWwx #PNW #KSEA #NWS #WX #Weather #HighWinds #Snow

Welp

5:30 am PDT Mar 12

"Winds, heavy rain leave thousands without power across western Washington

WASHINGTON STATE — Strong winds and steady rain moved through western Washington on Wednesday, knocking out power to tens of thousands of customers and toppling trees across the region.

Utilities reported widespread outages as gusty conditions intensified throughout the afternoon and evening."

And there ya have it...

Here: https://komonews.com/news/local/winds-heavy-rain-leave-thousands-without-power-across-western-washington-seattle-city-light-snohomish-pud-pouget-sound-hotlines-residents

cc @ai6yr

#WAwx #ORwx #BCwx #PNWwx #PNW #KSEA #NWS #WX #Weather #HighWinds #Snow

Welp

5:30 am PDT Mar 12

"Winds, heavy rain leave thousands without power across western Washington

WASHINGTON STATE — Strong winds and steady rain moved through western Washington on Wednesday, knocking out power to tens of thousands of customers and toppling trees across the region.

Utilities reported widespread outages as gusty conditions intensified throughout the afternoon and evening."

And there ya have it...

Here: https://komonews.com/news/local/winds-heavy-rain-leave-thousands-without-power-across-western-washington-seattle-city-light-snohomish-pud-pouget-sound-hotlines-residents

cc @ai6yr

#WAwx #ORwx #BCwx #PNWwx #PNW #KSEA #NWS #WX #Weather #HighWinds #Snow

Consumers Energy gets crews ready for severe weather Tuesday night, Wednesday morning

JACKSON, Mich. (WNEM) – Consumers Energy is preparing for the freezing rain, thunderstorms and high winds expected to…
#Energy #consumersenergy #Freezingrain #highwinds #lineworkers #northernmichigan #Thunderstorms #tuesdaynight #wednesdaymorning
https://www.europesays.com/2836511/

Taylor Trogdon @TTrogdon @ Teh Tweeters @ Monday 02/23/2026 06:12:42 PST

Atmospherically it’s hard to achieve conditions more extreme than this in a winter storm.

70-80mph wind gusts coupled with extreme snowfall rates between 2-4” per hour.

Visibility near true zero in exposed areas. A generational blizzard for some.

Here: https://x.com/TTrogdon/status/2025936005262680177

#WX #Weather #BombCyclone #NEBlizzard #Snow #HighWinds

Taylor Trogdon @TTrogdon @ Teh Tweeters @ Monday 02/23/2026 06:12:42 PST

Atmospherically it’s hard to achieve conditions more extreme than this in a winter storm.

70-80mph wind gusts coupled with extreme snowfall rates between 2-4” per hour.

Visibility near true zero in exposed areas. A generational blizzard for some.

Here: https://x.com/TTrogdon/status/2025936005262680177

#WX #Weather #BombCyclone #NEBlizzard #Snow #HighWinds

Taylor Trogdon @TTrogdon @ Teh Tweeters @ Monday 02/23/2026 06:12:42 PST

Atmospherically it’s hard to achieve conditions more extreme than this in a winter storm.

70-80mph wind gusts coupled with extreme snowfall rates between 2-4” per hour.

Visibility near true zero in exposed areas. A generational blizzard for some.

Here: https://x.com/TTrogdon/status/2025936005262680177

#WX #Weather #BombCyclone #NEBlizzard #Snow #HighWinds

Taylor Trogdon @TTrogdon @ Teh Tweeters @ Monday 02/23/2026 06:12:42 PST

Atmospherically it’s hard to achieve conditions more extreme than this in a winter storm.

70-80mph wind gusts coupled with extreme snowfall rates between 2-4” per hour.

Visibility near true zero in exposed areas. A generational blizzard for some.

Here: https://x.com/TTrogdon/status/2025936005262680177

#WX #Weather #BombCyclone #NEBlizzard #Snow #HighWinds

Taylor Trogdon @TTrogdon @ Teh Tweeters @ Monday 02/23/2026 06:12:42 PST

Atmospherically it’s hard to achieve conditions more extreme than this in a winter storm.

70-80mph wind gusts coupled with extreme snowfall rates between 2-4” per hour.

Visibility near true zero in exposed areas. A generational blizzard for some.

Here: https://x.com/TTrogdon/status/2025936005262680177

#WX #Weather #BombCyclone #NEBlizzard #Snow #HighWinds

Ho‘omaluhia Botanical Garden closed Monday, February 2 due to high winds https://www.allforgardening.com/?p=1589166 #closure #garden #gardener #gardening #hawaii #HighWinds #hoomaluhia #Oahu #parks #ParksAndRec #ParksAndRecreation

Ho‘omaluhia Botanical Garden closed Monday, February 2 due to high winds https://www.allforgardening.com/?p=1589166 #closure #garden #gardener #gardening #hawaii #HighWinds #hoomaluhia #Oahu #parks #ParksAndRec #ParksAndRecreation

🌬️ Winds are still howling across the Mat-Su Borough! Need help after the storm? State assistance is open now: https://tinyurl.com/y43htbf4
#MatSuWeather #StormRecovery #AlaskaStrong #WindWarning #HighWinds #Weather #DisasterAssistance #December2025WindStorm #MatSuBorough

🌬️ Winds are still howling across the Mat-Su Borough! Need help after the storm? State assistance is open now: https://tinyurl.com/y43htbf4
#MatSuWeather #StormRecovery #AlaskaStrong #WindWarning #HighWinds #Weather #DisasterAssistance #December2025WindStorm #MatSuBorough

🌬️ Winds are still howling across the Mat-Su Borough! Need help after the storm? State assistance is open now: https://tinyurl.com/y43htbf4
#MatSuWeather #StormRecovery #AlaskaStrong #WindWarning #HighWinds #Weather #DisasterAssistance #December2025WindStorm #MatSuBorough

🌬️ Winds are still howling across the Mat-Su Borough! Need help after the storm? State assistance is open now: https://tinyurl.com/y43htbf4
#MatSuWeather #StormRecovery #AlaskaStrong #WindWarning #HighWinds #Weather #DisasterAssistance #December2025WindStorm #MatSuBorough

If you are in the Mat-Su, be prepared for possible extended power outages. Strong winds are continuing and more outages are possible through Sunday.
👉🏿 Latest outage map and weather alert: https://tinyurl.com/yfzcmsav
🔦⚡🧤
#PreparedAlaska #AKwx #MatSuWeather #WinterWeather #Weather #poweroutage #highwinds #winter #WinterSafety

If you are in the Mat-Su, be prepared for possible extended power outages. Strong winds are continuing and more outages are possible through Sunday.
👉🏿 Latest outage map and weather alert: https://tinyurl.com/yfzcmsav
🔦⚡🧤
#PreparedAlaska #AKwx #MatSuWeather #WinterWeather #Weather #poweroutage #highwinds #winter #WinterSafety

❄️ Strong northeast winds + powdery snow = messy weekend in Mat‑Su! 🌬️🚗 Get the full forecast here: https://tinyurl.com/ytj32ua #MatSuWeather #WinterStorm #AlaskaLife #WeatherAlert #News #MatanuskaValley #HighWindWatch #HighWinds #Alaska #AlaskaHeadlineLiving

🚦Reminder🚦
Due to💨 high winds💨 forecasted for later today, you might encounter a flashing or dark traffic signal 🚦 while driving around #MontgomeryCountyMD. Please follow the protocol below if you happen to come across a malfunctioning 🚦traffic light.
(📸from FontanaCal )
#MDTraffic #MDroads #MDOT #highwinds #badweather #mdcommuters #commuting #alert

🚦Reminder🚦
Due to💨 high winds💨 forecasted for later today, you might encounter a flashing or dark traffic signal 🚦 while driving around #MontgomeryCountyMD. Please follow the protocol below if you happen to come across a malfunctioning 🚦traffic light.
(📸from FontanaCal )
#MDTraffic #MDroads #MDOT #highwinds #badweather #mdcommuters #commuting #alert

🚦Reminder🚦
Due to💨 high winds💨 forecasted for later today, you might encounter a flashing or dark traffic signal 🚦 while driving around #MontgomeryCountyMD. Please follow the protocol below if you happen to come across a malfunctioning 🚦traffic light.
(📸from FontanaCal )
#MDTraffic #MDroads #MDOT #highwinds #badweather #mdcommuters #commuting #alert

🚦Reminder🚦
Due to💨 high winds💨 forecasted for later today, you might encounter a flashing or dark traffic signal 🚦 while driving around #MontgomeryCountyMD. Please follow the protocol below if you happen to come across a malfunctioning 🚦traffic light.
(📸from FontanaCal )
#MDTraffic #MDroads #MDOT #highwinds #badweather #mdcommuters #commuting #alert

Me last night: "Ha! Jokes on you power outage. I was going to bed anyway."

This morning at 3:27: "Here's your power back. We timed it so every light and electronic device in your house will beep and flash to startle you awake. You're welcome! We look forward to sort of serving you in the future." --The Power Company

#HighWinds
#Wyoming

@easwatch

Let me see if I can pull this over from my old Breaking Weather list on Teh Tweeters:

Snoqualmie Falls WA in full song

https://x.com/WhidbeyWXGuy/status/1998927027592962251?s=20

#WAwx #ORwx #BCwx #PNWwx #PNW #KSEA #NWS #WX #Weather #HighWinds

cc @ai6yr

@weatherwest

Just posted this:

Stevens Pass Washington, US Hwy 2

US 2 at MP 64.6: East Stevens Pass Pass report

46°F / 8°C as of 12:53 PM 12/10/2025

Elevation: 4061 ft / 1238 m

Travel eastbound: Pass Closed
Travel westbound: Pass Closed

Conditions:

US 2 is closed from milepost 57 at Scenic to milepost 85 at Coles Corner, west of Leavenworth, due to rocks, trees, and mud over the roadway in multiple locations.

There is no detour available and no estimated time for reopening.

Weather: Raining hard.

Motorists are advised to use an alternate route. (Which would be US I-90 Snoqualmie Pass: Conditions: Bare and wet, with areas of standing water.
Weather: Heavy rain)

Last updated: Wednesday, December 10, 2025 12:53 PM

#WAwx #ORwx #BCwx #PNWwx #PNW #KSEA #NWS #WX #Weather #HighWinds

Stevens Pass Washington, US Hwy 2

US 2 at MP 64.6: East Stevens Pass Pass report

46°F / 8°C as of 12:53 PM 12/10/2025

Elevation: 4061 ft / 1238 m

Travel eastbound: Pass Closed
Travel westbound: Pass Closed

Conditions:

US 2 is closed from milepost 57 at Scenic to milepost 85 at Coles Corner, west of Leavenworth, due to rocks, trees, and mud over the roadway in multiple locations.

There is no detour available and no estimated time for reopening.

Weather: Raining hard.

Motorists are advised to use an alternate route. (Which would be US I-90 Snoqualmie Pass: Conditions: Bare and wet, with areas of standing water.
Weather: Heavy rain)

Last updated: Wednesday, December 10, 2025 12:53 PM

#WAwx #ORwx #BCwx #PNWwx #PNW #KSEA #NWS #WX #Weather #HighWinds

🚨 High winds have left thousands in the Mat‑Su Valley without power for two days. MEA crews are on the lines, and a warming shelter in Palmer is open for residents in need. Stay safe and informed: ⬇️
https://alaskaheadlineliving.com/mat-su-valley-still-reeling-from-windstorm-thousands-remain-without-power-as-warming-shelter-opens/ #Alaska #AlaskaHeadlineLiving #Winter #WinterStorm #HighWinds #WeatherAlert #news #MatSu

Memaw says buckle up and slow it down. The roads are frosty and the winds are frisky. Get the full rundown before you leave the driveway. 🌬🎄
https://alaskaheadlineliving.com/%f0%9f%8e%84-memaws-merry-mellow-road-risk-report-saturday-december-6-2025/ #news #traffic #travel #Alaska #AlaskaHeadlineLiving #Weather #WeatherAlert #HighWinds #commute

Wind gusts in North Beach 27kmh gusts. Even higher in Bellingham, 37kmh. November style PNW weather.
#WesternWashingtonWeather #wawx #highwinds

#Greece, #Spain and #Portugal race to contain #wildfires as #EU steps up cross-border help

By DEREK GATOPOULOS and SUMAN NAISHADHAM
August 14, 2025

ATHENS, Greece (AP) — "Fire crews in Greece, Spain and Portugal raced to contain wildfires on Thursday, taking advantage of calmer winds that slowed the blazes even as much of southern Europe remained at high risk under hot, dry conditions.

"A drop in wind speeds allowed firefighting aircraft in the three hard-hit countries to step up water drops, concentrating on existing fire zones rather than chasing fast-moving fronts. Authorities warned that #ExtremeTemperatures are likely to persist.

"Spanish authorities reported the death of a 37-year-old volunteer firefighter who sustained severe burns in an area north of #Madrid this week. It was the third reported death in Spain due to the recent fires. Thousands of people were evacuated from their homes in the region and still can not return.

"In Greece, the Fire Service said a major blaze outside the southern port city of #Patras has been contained on the outskirts of urban areas after a large-scale deployment. Three people have been arrested in connection with the fire, which authorities said may have been deliberately set.

"#HighWinds in Greece shifted to different parts of the country on Thursday. Ioannis Kefalogiannis, the civil protection minister, said authorities were bracing for the likelihood of a new round of major fires."

https://apnews.com/article/greece-spain-portugal-wildfires-european-union-78e8d4c8fd4d16bd99417ad94f11bc68

#EuropeanWildfires #ClimateChange #ClimateCrisis #Arson #ExtremeHeat #WildfiresKnowNoBorders

#Greece, #Spain and #Portugal race to contain #wildfires as #EU steps up cross-border help

By DEREK GATOPOULOS and SUMAN NAISHADHAM
August 14, 2025

ATHENS, Greece (AP) — "Fire crews in Greece, Spain and Portugal raced to contain wildfires on Thursday, taking advantage of calmer winds that slowed the blazes even as much of southern Europe remained at high risk under hot, dry conditions.

"A drop in wind speeds allowed firefighting aircraft in the three hard-hit countries to step up water drops, concentrating on existing fire zones rather than chasing fast-moving fronts. Authorities warned that #ExtremeTemperatures are likely to persist.

"Spanish authorities reported the death of a 37-year-old volunteer firefighter who sustained severe burns in an area north of #Madrid this week. It was the third reported death in Spain due to the recent fires. Thousands of people were evacuated from their homes in the region and still can not return.

"In Greece, the Fire Service said a major blaze outside the southern port city of #Patras has been contained on the outskirts of urban areas after a large-scale deployment. Three people have been arrested in connection with the fire, which authorities said may have been deliberately set.

"#HighWinds in Greece shifted to different parts of the country on Thursday. Ioannis Kefalogiannis, the civil protection minister, said authorities were bracing for the likelihood of a new round of major fires."

https://apnews.com/article/greece-spain-portugal-wildfires-european-union-78e8d4c8fd4d16bd99417ad94f11bc68

#EuropeanWildfires #ClimateChange #ClimateCrisis #Arson #ExtremeHeat #WildfiresKnowNoBorders

#Greece, #Spain and #Portugal race to contain #wildfires as #EU steps up cross-border help

By DEREK GATOPOULOS and SUMAN NAISHADHAM
August 14, 2025

ATHENS, Greece (AP) — "Fire crews in Greece, Spain and Portugal raced to contain wildfires on Thursday, taking advantage of calmer winds that slowed the blazes even as much of southern Europe remained at high risk under hot, dry conditions.

"A drop in wind speeds allowed firefighting aircraft in the three hard-hit countries to step up water drops, concentrating on existing fire zones rather than chasing fast-moving fronts. Authorities warned that #ExtremeTemperatures are likely to persist.

"Spanish authorities reported the death of a 37-year-old volunteer firefighter who sustained severe burns in an area north of #Madrid this week. It was the third reported death in Spain due to the recent fires. Thousands of people were evacuated from their homes in the region and still can not return.

"In Greece, the Fire Service said a major blaze outside the southern port city of #Patras has been contained on the outskirts of urban areas after a large-scale deployment. Three people have been arrested in connection with the fire, which authorities said may have been deliberately set.

"#HighWinds in Greece shifted to different parts of the country on Thursday. Ioannis Kefalogiannis, the civil protection minister, said authorities were bracing for the likelihood of a new round of major fires."

https://apnews.com/article/greece-spain-portugal-wildfires-european-union-78e8d4c8fd4d16bd99417ad94f11bc68

#EuropeanWildfires #ClimateChange #ClimateCrisis #Arson #ExtremeHeat #WildfiresKnowNoBorders

#Greece, #Spain and #Portugal race to contain #wildfires as #EU steps up cross-border help

By DEREK GATOPOULOS and SUMAN NAISHADHAM
August 14, 2025

ATHENS, Greece (AP) — "Fire crews in Greece, Spain and Portugal raced to contain wildfires on Thursday, taking advantage of calmer winds that slowed the blazes even as much of southern Europe remained at high risk under hot, dry conditions.

"A drop in wind speeds allowed firefighting aircraft in the three hard-hit countries to step up water drops, concentrating on existing fire zones rather than chasing fast-moving fronts. Authorities warned that #ExtremeTemperatures are likely to persist.

"Spanish authorities reported the death of a 37-year-old volunteer firefighter who sustained severe burns in an area north of #Madrid this week. It was the third reported death in Spain due to the recent fires. Thousands of people were evacuated from their homes in the region and still can not return.

"In Greece, the Fire Service said a major blaze outside the southern port city of #Patras has been contained on the outskirts of urban areas after a large-scale deployment. Three people have been arrested in connection with the fire, which authorities said may have been deliberately set.

"#HighWinds in Greece shifted to different parts of the country on Thursday. Ioannis Kefalogiannis, the civil protection minister, said authorities were bracing for the likelihood of a new round of major fires."

https://apnews.com/article/greece-spain-portugal-wildfires-european-union-78e8d4c8fd4d16bd99417ad94f11bc68

#EuropeanWildfires #ClimateChange #ClimateCrisis #Arson #ExtremeHeat #WildfiresKnowNoBorders

#Greece, #Spain and #Portugal race to contain #wildfires as #EU steps up cross-border help

By DEREK GATOPOULOS and SUMAN NAISHADHAM
August 14, 2025

ATHENS, Greece (AP) — "Fire crews in Greece, Spain and Portugal raced to contain wildfires on Thursday, taking advantage of calmer winds that slowed the blazes even as much of southern Europe remained at high risk under hot, dry conditions.

"A drop in wind speeds allowed firefighting aircraft in the three hard-hit countries to step up water drops, concentrating on existing fire zones rather than chasing fast-moving fronts. Authorities warned that #ExtremeTemperatures are likely to persist.

"Spanish authorities reported the death of a 37-year-old volunteer firefighter who sustained severe burns in an area north of #Madrid this week. It was the third reported death in Spain due to the recent fires. Thousands of people were evacuated from their homes in the region and still can not return.

"In Greece, the Fire Service said a major blaze outside the southern port city of #Patras has been contained on the outskirts of urban areas after a large-scale deployment. Three people have been arrested in connection with the fire, which authorities said may have been deliberately set.

"#HighWinds in Greece shifted to different parts of the country on Thursday. Ioannis Kefalogiannis, the civil protection minister, said authorities were bracing for the likelihood of a new round of major fires."

https://apnews.com/article/greece-spain-portugal-wildfires-european-union-78e8d4c8fd4d16bd99417ad94f11bc68

#EuropeanWildfires #ClimateChange #ClimateCrisis #Arson #ExtremeHeat #WildfiresKnowNoBorders

Watching report from #KOCO5 that evacuations are underway in various places across #Oklahoma.
Entire town of Camargo evacuated.
All streets shut down in #Stillwater so first responders have no hindrances.
77,000 #OK customers out of power.

We're okay where I am in #OKC, but my allergies kicked into high gear from dust & smoke just during the 40min I was out in the car to pick up 12yo from school.

The sky is brown and the light outside is WEIRD.

#HighWinds
#FireWarnings
#okwx

This Message is from Washington State Ferries @ Monday 02/24/2025 12:40:26 PST

All ferry passengers should be prepared for possible service disruptions starting this afternoon through tomorrow morning due to high winds

Anacortes/San Juan Islands and Port Townsend/Coupeville routes:

With stronger winds in the north, we expect these routes to be most impacted by severe weather. This could include delays and cancellations.

All routes:

Passengers can expect a bumpy ride due to choppy waters. To better stabilize vessels, we may load them to full vehicle capacity and operate at slower speeds.

We will continue to closely monitor the situation and send rider alerts as changes occur. We want to thank you in advance for your patience and understanding as delays and cancellations are likely.

#WAwx #ORwx #BCwx #PNWwx #PNW #KSEA #NWS #WX #Weather #HighWinds #WSF

I'm quite pleased that these two beauties survived the howling gales of yesterday 😊
#highwinds #gales #gardening #blooms #planters #clothesfreeliving #naturism #nakedgardening #naturallivingstyle #bodyfreedom #positivity #beyourself #NormalisingNaturism #naked #nude #absolutlynormal #clothesfreeliving #bare #loveyourskin #livenaked #naturalmale