Weather

The numbers are in from the National Centers for Environmental Information.   “As it played out, December of 2024 ended up being the 4th warmest December on record, with an average temperature that was more than 5 1/2 degrees above the 20th century mean,” said USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey.  And he said when yo...

One year after the official watch was announced.   “During December, we finally saw the ocean reaching the threshold for La Nina in terms of cool water and we started to see the atmosphere respond to that," said USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey.  "When th...

Drought conditions across Oregon and Washington continue to improve, thanks to rain and snow over the last few weeks.  But Climatologist Zach Hoylman said not all areas are created equal.   “Snowpack is showing encouraging accumulation, so far, in the west, and a slower start in the east.  However, it’s very...

Winter is coming with colder temperatures, wet or icy ground, and snow in some areas too.  However, work still needs to be done. Greg Jones, a Firestone Ag Tire expert, talks about how cold temperatures and winter weather impact equipment tires.  ...

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The snowpack across the Northwest started with a bang thanks to two very large systems that rolled across the area in early to mid-November.  Since then, it’s been relatively quiet across the region, precipitation wise.   Matt Warbritton with NRCS says over the past month, Oregon has seen only a few winter storms that were much smaller.  While that could b...

Cold winter weather can be dangerous for livestock or pets that are outdoors.  The Oregon Department of Agriculture says its important for owners, ranchers, and anyone else dealing with animal to prepare and create a plan for your livestock, as well as outdoor pets, to help prevent hypothermia.  The ODA...

Following steady snow and rain over the past couple of weeks, the Washington State Department of Agriculture is reminding growers to be vigilant when it comes to the impact floods has on their crops.  While late fall and early winter is not typically a primary growing season in this region, certain crops such as garlic, cabbage, and kale that overwinter or are cold hardy can present food safety ha

As the hurricane season came to an end, AccuWeather experts estimate that the five hurricanes and one unnamed tropical storm that made landfall in the U.S. caused an estimated $500 billion in total damage and economic loss.   “The 2024 hurricane season was explosive and will be remembered for shattering records and causing approximately half a trillion dollars in total damage,” said Chief Meteorol

Getting ready for dormancy is an important part of a good crop management plan for growers across the Northwest.  From the heat of summer to now getting ready for the cold of winter.  Independent certified crop adviser Marc Suderman reminds growers to consider what goes into your trees and vines from the stored reserves for the cold months ahead.   “This incl...