Coverage of environmental issues, climate change, natural resources, and ecological impacts
Washington’s push toward clean electricity is colliding with surging power demand, creating pressure points for utilities and communities in Southwest Washington.
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Historical National Weather Service and NOAA data show that late July through early August is consistently the driest period of the year in western Washington—information that’s shaping summer wedding and event planning across Cowlitz County.
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Washington and Oregon fishery managers have approved the 2026 Columbia River spring Chinook season, setting dates and limits with a stronger-than-average run forecast and local implications for Cowlitz County anglers.
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A harbor seal rescued in Hood Canal was found to have been shot in the face, according to wildlife rehabilitation groups. SR3 and CVAR say her survival remains uncertain as federal protections and regional wildlife concerns come into focus.
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Washougal will receive $1.3 million in federal funding to advance efforts to remove PFAS contaminants from its water system, reflecting a growing regional focus on long-term water safety and regulatory compliance.
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The U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments from oil and gas companies seeking to halt climate liability lawsuits—a decision with potential downstream effects for Southwest Washington communities grappling with climate-related costs.
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Forecasts from KOIN and the National Weather Service indicate rain and breezy conditions extending into Cowlitz County this weekend, with minor local impacts expected.
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A Battle Ground beekeeper is using a local honey shop to highlight pollinator declines and their impact on Southwest Washington’s food systems, echoing national concerns about threatened bee species.
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Higher elevations in Clark County saw up to two inches of wet snow early Thursday, while most lowland areas experienced rain mixed with flakes and brief graupel showers.
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Washington and Oregon have joined a multistate lawsuit challenging the federal government’s termination of clean‑energy funding, a move that may affect upcoming renewable‑energy efforts across Southwest Washington.
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