WEATHER: ‘Winter Weather Advisory’ Issued; Up To 2″ More Of Snow Tonight?

Just when we thought it was all over, the National Weather Service issued a “Winter Weather Advisory” Saturday afternoon (Feb. 26th) warning us that “snowfall accumulations of a trace... [Read more]

BURIEN ALERT: Construction Begins On Ambaum Blvd. On Monday

Many of us B-Towners received a “Burien Alert” robocall Friday (Oct. 22nd), alerting us to the fact that, beginning Monday, Oct. 25th, construction crews will start work on curbs and sidewalks... [Read more]

Burienites May Receive Phone Alerts In Oct. 6 Earthquake Drill

If you live in Burien and your telephone rings on Wednesday, Oct. 6th, don’t be alarmed if you hear a recorded message for a test emergency earthquake drill. The City of Burien will participate in... [Read more]

City Of Burien Announces New “Burien Alert’” Emergency Call System

The City of Burien announced in its latest quarterly newsletter (link to PDF file here) that it has created a “new way to receive alerts about natural disasters and other emergencies” it’s... [Read more]

WEATHER ALERT: Smog Warning Issued For This Weekend

The Puget Sound Clean Air Agency issued a warning for “high levels of ozone pollution” (smog) for both King and Pierce counties, and are forecasting levels to reach “Unhealthy for Sensitive... [Read more]

ALERT: All Lanes Of I-5 Northbound Closed At SR-599 Tonight

The Washington State Department of Transportation wants folks to be aware that all lanes of northbound I-5 at SR-599 in Tukwila will be closed tonight (Tues., Jan. 19th) beginning at 11:30pm and continuing... [Read more]

ADVISORY: Could See Record Cold Temps Saturday Morning

As if our wild and wacky winter wasn’t enough, here comes a new “Special Weather Statement” from the National Weather Service that may just freeze your weekend gardening plans –... [Read more]

ALERT: Phone Scam Targeting Hispanic Businesses

Washington State Attorney General Rob McKenna has released this alert, about a telephone scam in which Spanish-speaking callers claim to be from “the insurance agency”: Callers claim to be... [Read more]

1st-Hand Eyewitness Account: Snowplow Activity In Burien!

As we were returning (slowly of course) on Sylvester Road from an all-day excursion to the eastside, we were nearly run off the road by an approaching large truck-like vehicle in the opposite lane. Turns... [Read more]

Watch For Burien Snow From The Comfort Of Your Browser (12/17/08)

NOTE: THIS POSTING IS FROM 12/17/08: We’re tired of waiting for the snow. We’re tired of looking out the windows, squinting at street lights in hopes of seeing those oh-so-elusive white flakes... [Read more]

In-Between Election Returns, Clean Out A Storm Drain

According to King County officials, a very heavy rainstorm is en route to our area (due here ’round Thursday) and we here at the B-Town Blog have a common-sense suggestion that may take your mind... [Read more]