The Northwest’s extreme storms look a lot like Sandy – The Columbian

The 1962 Columbus Day Storm was about the same strength as Hurricane Sandy, killing 50 people and causing significant damage throughout the Pacific Northwest. Read more about the history and science behind the Northwest’s severe storms; CSESNick Bond is quoted.

Washington and Oregon competing, for… rain-watchers! – UW News

The competition between Washington and Oregon isn’t just on the football field. The state climate offices from each state are engaged in a friendly challenge to see who can sign up more volunteer rainfall observers. Read more here and learn how you can get involved! Karin Bumbaco, assistant state climatologist at the Office of the Washington State Climatologist, is quoted.

State Climatologist to discuss climate change impacts in the PNW – San Juan Islander

The Orcas Island Garden Club will feature JISAO‘s Nick Bond, who will speak about Climate Change Implications for the Pacific Northwest at its September 19 meeting. Learn more and join the conversation!

Blue Ribbon Panel warns of ocean acidification – KPLU

Ocean acidification is affecting our state’s oyster industry, and has been for seven years. That’s why Governor Gregoire put together a Blue Ribbon Panel for Ocean Acidification, which met on Wednesday to discuss the nature and implications of ocean acidification in Washington. Many of our CoEnv scientists sit on the panel. Read more here.