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Mikki Smith lets out a cry as she adjusts to the frigid water. It was her first time with the Puget Sound Plungers in Seattle, Washington.

Science

Ready to cold plunge? We dive into the science to see if it's worth it

Will Stone

When it comes to the health benefits of cold water dips, the hype is ahead of the science. NPR talked to researchers about what's true, what's not, and the latest on how to get the most out of it.

Sunny, blue skies for days as Sea-Tac looks back at snowiest, third-coldest February

Bellamy Pailthorp

If you live in Western Washington and sunny, clear blue skies tend to lift your mood, you’re in luck. KNKX weather expert Cliff Mass says temps will be in…

A Warmer Weekend Ahead, But Don't Forget Your Rain Gear

Bellamy Pailthorp

After a very windy morning that took out power for about 4,000 people around the Puget Sound region, the strong wind is now moving into British Columbia.…

Mass: Cold Snap To Stay Through The Weekend, Snow In Seattle Unlikely

Bellamy Pailthorp

Just how much longer will this cold snap last?“Only through the end of the weekend,” said KPLU weather expert Cliff Mass.And the Seattle area likely won’t…

Chilly temps continue, may fall into 20s in the hollows

Keith Seinfeld

That's right, KPLU weather expert Cliff Mass says those who live in "these low spots, places where the wind doesn't get into, these hollows" could see…

For most central Puget Sound dwellers, the season's first snow showers were light and didn't create accumulations. This photo was taken in Bellevue on Sunday.

Other News

Deep freeze, snow showers visit western Washington

Gary Davis

Western Washington is experiencing its coldest temperatures of the season, and it's about to get a lot colder.The National Weather Service in Seattle has…