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Predictions for a Warm Spring This Year?

Faith Martin — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 17:30:12 +0000

Forecasted mid 50's all week has put a smile on my face! How about you? Seems like last year we didn't see any good weather till July.

So, I'm hoping that these temperatures continue and increase us into an early warm Spring/Summer!

Any predictions on what we will see come April?

Lots of you have lived around here for years

Watch Relaxing Action Web Cam of Kuai Coast!

Faith Martin — Wed, 16 Jan 2013 18:36:26 +0000

Stacylee showed me this today at work...and I thought it was so cool! Kind of a nice thing to put up on your computer screen while you're listening to KORD at work of course!

WE can all pretend we are enjoying warm temperatures of Hawaii right now!

Enjoy!~Faith

http://livesurfcamhawaii.com/kaua

A White Christmas For Tri-Cities!

Faith Martin — Wed, 26 Dec 2012 18:00:16 +0000

On Monday, noone thought we’d get a white Christmas! But, looky here….What a beautiful surprise! I’m okay with snow through New Years! And then I’m ready for Spring (just sayin’)…So Enjoy the snow! Go Sledding down Carmichael Hill or something!

Horrific Wind Storm Turns Faith Martin's Yard Upside Down!

Faith Martin — Mon, 17 Dec 2012 21:31:21 +0000

I think I hate wind more than anyone, but maybe not! I spent most of the night awake and had to assess the damage in the morning when it was finally light outside. My BBQ was thrown way out into the yard, my wine barrels also tossed around the yard, My Gazebo, my dog house…the [...]

Below Average Temperatures Forecast for Mid Columbia

Paul Drake — Wed, 03 Oct 2012 13:15:22 +0000

The Weather Channel predicts below-average temperatures for much of the West from October to December. What does this all mean? El Nino! Get all the info here and watch the video from the Weather Channel below.

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

Paul Drake — Wed, 18 Jul 2012 23:17:12 +0000

The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Umatilla County in Northeast Oregon. Be prepared for another round tonight! Check out the details HERE.

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

Paul Drake — Tue, 17 Jul 2012 23:31:42 +0000

The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for East Central Umatilla County in Northeast Oregon. DOPPLER RADAR INDICATED A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM PRODUCING QUARTER SIZE HAIL...AND DAMAGING WINDS IN EXCESS OF 60 MPH. THIS STORM WAS LOCATED 9 MILES EAST OF KAMELA...OR 10 MILES NORTHWEST OF LA GRANDE...AND MOVING NORTHEAST AT 25 MPH. [...]

5 Weird Weather Facts About Tri-Cities From Teenage Expert Mark Ingalls

Andrew Kirk — Fri, 11 May 2012 23:27:32 +0000

Mark Ingalls is a bit of a local celebrity. He's a 17-year-old weatherman who can currently be heard on 102.7 KORD and KTCV at Tri-Tech. His weather predictions are favored over many professional services and are used by media across the region.

There are no tornadoes or massive hail storms in Tri-Cities. What keeps a meteorology nut from going nuts from boredom? Ingalls explains what's weird about local weather:

Take Our Poll Here

Greg DeLange — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 16:55:41 +0000

Now that Spring has ((SPRUNG)) I am ready for sunshine and good times!

What is your favorite Tri-cities event?

The KORD Morning Show Now Has A Weather Guy!

Greg DeLange — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 16:37:07 +0000

How many times have you seen or heard weather forecasts with different predictions. Not anymore! We have our very own in-house weather guy! 17-year-old Mark “Weather Guru” Ingalls has volunteered to give us his daily forecast. Mark has been known to have a successful prediction (at least 80 percent accurate). Thanks Mark! Check out his [...]

Richland, Kennewick, and Pasco Cancel School Friday UPDATE!

Paul Drake — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 01:00:19 +0000

The big three have decided to throw in the towel and cancel school on Friday. Keep listening to find out if your school will be closed or click here. Also watch for notifications from your school district. Happy snow day! Here is the latest on closures and cancellations: Kennewick Sch. Dist.: is closed for Friday . [...]

Schools Closed Thursday – Pasco, Richland, Kennewick UPDATE!

Paul Drake — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 01:55:38 +0000

That winter storm has arrived and we can expect anywhere from 5 to 8 inches of snow in the lower Columbia Basin over the next 36 hours. Keep the KORD plugged in for updates and cancellations with the KORD Waking Crew and from Hot Pants and Big Bear throughout the day – expect another round [...]

**UPDATED Delays, Cancellations, & Road Reports

Paul Drake — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 21:31:24 +0000

(Photo – Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images) Expecting a few more snow showers throughout the afternoon and evening. Temperatures will remain below freezing so roadways will continue to be slick and dangerous for drivers. Expect more school delays and cancellations on Thursday. Live reports begin at 5am with the morning crew. For up-to-date information hourly go HERE. [...]

We're Your Source For Weather Reports, School Delays & Pass Reports

Paul Drake — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 17:07:22 +0000

Meteorologists are predicting warmer temperatures for this weekend. Whew! During a winter storm, keep the KORD plugged in for updates and cancellations. School Delay info go HERE. Road and pass conditions go HERE. Up-to-date weather for Mid Columbia go HERE.

Rainbow Graces Tri-City Sky!

Paul Drake — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 20:38:35 +0000

My out-of-town friends and family often ask me how I like living in the desert. They always act surprised when I tell them how much I enjoy living here - "you like living in the brown part of the state"?

I've lived in and visited many places around the world and never have I seen sunsets like ours

Global Warming…Then Why So Cold?

Faith Martin — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 15:52:29 +0000

If Global Warming is really happening…why does it seem like it’s taking FOREVER for the weather to warm for Spring? Is Global Warming really happening? According to National Geographic it is. Is It Happening? Yes. Earth is already showing many signs of worldwide climate change. Average temperatures have climbed 1.4 degrees Fahrenheit (0.8 degree Celsius) [...]

Download 'Spring' Here!

Paul Drake — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 18:29:46 +0000

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First Day Of Spring Is Sunday!

Big Bear — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 12:52:16 +0000

Time start thinking about those spring projects! Spring officially arrives at 7:21 pm on Sunday! OK so you have the weekend in front of you! What are you going to get done this weekend! Don’t forget about your pets! Spring is a GREAT time to get fido to the vet. Oh yeah….your car probably needs [...]

Punxsutawney Phil Doesn't See His Shadow, Predicts Early Spring [VIDEO]

The Brad — Wed, 02 Feb 2011 19:57:10 +0000

Snow and ice may be blanketing a good part of the country, but the nation’s foremost groundhog says better weather is coming soon.

Punxsutawney Phil did not see his shadow this February 2nd, as he emerged from Gobbler's Knob, which suggests we will have an early spring.

Since 1887, Phil has only predicted 15 early springs. The StormFax Weather Almanac pegs Phil’s accuracy as a progn

Do Dogs Really Need Clothing in Cold Weather . . . Or Is It Just Trendy?

Faith Martin — Tue, 01 Feb 2011 14:59:36 +0000

When someone dresses their dog up in clothing, it always seems like it’s verging on animal cruelty. But it turns out that an extra layer DOES help some dogs stay warm. And it’s something veterinarians suggest all the time. –Here’s why: The normal body temperature for a dog is between 101 and 102 degrees. That [...]