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Lohmann: La Niña Did Not Have The Impact We Had Expected
Lohmann: La Niña Did Not Have The Impact We Had Expected
Lohmann: La Niña Did Not Have The Impact We Had Expected
While the Northwest has seen a few windy days, it’s been fairly calm and quiet across the reigon as we enjoy the final days of winter. Marilyn Lohmann, National Weather Service meteorologist said as she looks back on the winter of 2020-21, it turned out to be a dud. She ...
La Niña Continues To Develop In Pacific
La Niña Continues To Develop In Pacific
La Niña Continues To Develop In Pacific
The National Weather Service recently released its El Niño/La Niña forecast for the upcoming winter, and according to meteorologist Marilyn Lohmann, Pacific temperatures off the coast of South America are slowly dropping, meaning a La Niña is developing. What does that mea ...
How Has Coronavirus Impacted Washington Wheat?
How Has Coronavirus Impacted Washington Wheat?
How Has Coronavirus Impacted Washington Wheat?
The COVID-19 pandemic has negatively impacted a variety of Washington crops. But, what about wheat? Michelle Hennings, Executive Director of the Washington Association of Wheat Growers said a recent survey about coronavirus revealed growers are most concerned about market access and prices ...
After Slow Start, Voigt Encouraged About Growing Season
After Slow Start, Voigt Encouraged About Growing Season
After Slow Start, Voigt Encouraged About Growing Season
After dealing with snow on the ground well into March, and extremely soggy soil, there was some concern what potato growers could expect for 2019.  Chris Voigt, Executive Director of the Washington Potato Commission said that pushed planting back about a month.  Bu...
Hundreds Of Dairy Cows Killed In Weekend Storm
Hundreds Of Dairy Cows Killed In Weekend Storm
Hundreds Of Dairy Cows Killed In Weekend Storm
An estimated 1,600 dairy cows were killed during the weekend blizzard in the Yakima Valley.  Dairy farmers blame a combination of not only the snow, but the winds, which reached speeds of 80 mph.  Farmers continuing to prepare as more snow is expected to hit the Valley, they're adding extra bedding to insulate areas for cows to lay in, adding extra feed, and thawing water troughs with hot water.  
Winter Mix Expected For Northwest
Winter Mix Expected For Northwest
Winter Mix Expected For Northwest
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for much of North Central Washington, which runs through noon Wednesday.  But even areas not impacted by the Advisory can expect to see snow, with total between 1”-2” on the Columbia Basin and 2”-4” in NCW.   Marilyn Lohmann wit...
Winter Mix Expected For Northwest
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for much of North Central Washington, which runs through noon Wednesday.  But even areas not impacted by the Advisory can expect to see snow, with total between 1”-2” on the Columbia Basin and 2”-4” in NCW.   Marilyn Lohmann with th...
Can Animals Predict The Weather?
Can Animals Predict The Weather?
Can Animals Predict The Weather?
What kind of winter can we expect? The Weather Service is scheduled to issue its major outlook later this week. But, before modern forecasting, and for some today, animals and insects were used to predict the weather ahead. One expert said most of these clues, like the coloration of wooly caterpillars are, “more of an indication of past events than a predictor of future conditions." ... Read
Picking The Correct Deicer
After several mornings of waking up to a thin layer of ice coating the outdoors this winter, and local store shelves crowded with deicers, you may be wondering what is the best choice? Kansas State University Extension Expert Ward Upham said reach for calcium magnesium acetate, until it reaches about 15 degrees...

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