Just as football season arrives, it seems that Mother Nature took a hint and obliged with cooler temperatures. We've had everything from extreme heat, to snow already, in the higher elevations like the Cascades. That's one of the issues I love about the West Coast. Living in southern California, I was able to drive to the beach for a swim, and I cold get to the mountains to go sledding in the same day. It was really pretty amazing.

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As Fall Officially Arrives on the 22nd, You May Want to Break Out Your Winter Wear

My new Green Bay Packers jersey arrived the other day, and I plan to wear it every Friday to show support for my team. I work wih a lot of Seahawks fans and every Friday in Fall and Winter everyone wears their blue and green. Soon, we'll be driving on slick roads, shoveling sidewalks and driveways.

I'm Grateful to Live in Washington and NOT in the Midwest

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Midwest winters can be downright nasty. However, people there are accustomed to heavy snow. Plowing is a full-time job for operators. Here in Tri-Cities, we're lucky to see a plow on the roads when it's snowing.

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It can be a dangerous commute, when the roads aren't cleared, especially on city streets. Experts are warning that this winter will be influenced by La Niña. This could mean more snowfall. According to NOAA, a higher-than-average snowfall is expected.

The 5 Most Beautiful Washington State Towns to Visit in Fall 2024

Here are the five most beautiful towns in Washington State you won’t want to miss out on in fall 2024.

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10 Winter Essentials for Visiting Parks in Washington

Winter can be challenging for park visitors. Don't get caught un-prepared. If you're planning to hike or recreate away from roads, you'll need a few items to navigate the challenges of winter weather. Bring these items in your backpack. You'll be glad you did.

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LOOK: The most extreme temperatures in the history of every state

Stacker consulted 2021 data from the NOAA's State Climate Extremes Committee (SCEC) to illustrate the hottest and coldest temperatures ever recorded in each state. Each slide also reveals the all-time highest 24-hour precipitation record and all-time highest 24-hour snowfall.

Keep reading to find out individual state records in alphabetical order.

Gallery Credit: Anuradha Varanasi

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