Weather

Tornado Hits Rockaway Beach with 85 mph Winds, Portland Braces for Flooding

After a recent tornado struck Rockaway Beach, Portland residents are being urged to brace for another bout of severe weather. The National Weather Service (NWS) confirmed that an EF-0 tornado touched down in Rockaway Beach on Monday night, bringing 85 mph winds that toppled trees, damaged...

Winter Storm Warning Brings Heavy Snow to Crater Lake and Surrounding Areas Until Friday

If you're dreaming of visiting Crater Lake this winter, get ready for some serious snow—and if you're heading up anytime soon, be prepared. A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for mountain areas of southern Oregon above 5,000 feet, including the breathtaking Crater Lake National Park. This winter...

26 Foot Waves To Hit Oregon Coast Tonight, Warning To Stay Off Beaches

People are advised to stay away from jetties, low lying beaches and surf zones in the affected area.

When and Where to See the 2024 Oregon King Tides

As winter approaches, the Oregon coast is gearing up for the 2024 King Tides, one of nature’s most spectacular displays. These tides, known scientifically as perigean spring tides, occur when the gravitational pull of the Moon and Sun align to create the highest water levels of the year. If you’re...

62 Years Ago the Columbus Day Storm Brought Category 3 Hurricane Winds to the Pacific Northwest

It was 62 years ago when one of the most powerful storms in the history of the Pacific Northwest wreaked havoc on the region. Known as the Columbus Day Storm of 1962, this catastrophic event struck with winds comparable to a Category 3 hurricane, leaving a trail of destruction across Oregon,...
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