Precipitation During the Driest Time of the Year: But a Threat Exists

Rain is coming to western Washington and the Cascades during the climatologically driest time of the year. But there is an accompanying risk that needs to be mentioned . A severe enough risk that at least one local power company (Chelan PUD) may de-energize its lines: A winter-looking system is off our coast, including an impressive cold front (indicated by a red arrow) and a low center at the…