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The sun sets in a deep orange glow over the Ballard neighborhood, casting a dim light over Puget Sound as heavy wildfire smoke completely obscures the Olympic Mountains from view. An intense summer heatwave pushed daytime temperatures well into the upper 90s across Western Washington. Combined with a total absence of wind, the stagnant air has caused regional air quality levels to plummet into categories deemed unhealthy for sensitive groups and the general public.
The sun sets in a deep orange glow over the Ballard neighborhood, casting a dim light over Puget Sound as heavy wildfire smoke completely obscures the Olympic Mountains from view. An intense summer heatwave pushed daytime temperatures well into the upper 90s across Western Washington. Combined with a total absence of wind, the stagnant air has caused regional air quality levels to plummet into categories deemed unhealthy for sensitive groups and the general public.
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Seattle Washington. Seattle tops the list for the World’s worst air quality as wildfires continue unchecked. Seattle hit 88 degrees this past Saturday, breaking records for October. This summer, the region experienced only 0.5” of rain, making it the driest. Hope is on the horizon in the form of a rainstorm forecast for the weekend.
Seattle Washington. Seattle tops the list for the World’s worst air quality as wildfires continue unchecked. Seattle hit 88 degrees this past Saturday, breaking records for October. This summer, the region experienced only 0.5” of rain, making it the driest. Hope is on the horizon in the form of a rainstorm forecast for the weekend.
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A wild Barred Owl on an afternoon hunt in Woodland Park. Barred Owls are just one of the species that call Seattle Parks home. Barred Owls are native to the Eastern United States and made their way to the Pacific Northwest in the 1970s.
A wild Barred Owl on an afternoon hunt in Woodland Park. Barred Owls are just one of the species that call Seattle Parks home. Barred Owls are native to the Eastern United States and made their way to the Pacific Northwest in the 1970s.
Seattle – Woodlawn Park Zoo. Fall weather brings out the Animals’ playful side as Attendees celebrate World Animal Day with a visit to Woodlawn Park Zoo.
Seattle – Woodlawn Park Zoo. Fall weather brings out the Animals’ playful side as Attendees celebrate World Animal Day with a visit to Woodlawn Park Zoo.
Legendary Rock Climber Tommy Caldwell gave a talk to a packed house at the Edmonds Center for the Arts. The talk covered a few well-known stories, like his kidnapping in Kyrgyzstan and the chopping off of his index finger. The main themes included his conservation work on behalf of Patagonia and finding inspiration to preserve in the face of injuries.
Legendary Rock Climber Tommy Caldwell gave a talk to a packed house at the Edmonds Center for the Arts. The talk covered a few well-known stories, like his kidnapping in Kyrgyzstan and the chopping off of his index finger. The main themes included his conservation work on behalf of Patagonia and finding inspiration to preserve in the face of injuries.
Legendary Rock Climber Tommy Caldwell gave a talk to a packed house at the Edmonds Center for the Arts tonight. The talk covered a few well-known stories, like his kidnapping in Kyrgyzstan and the chopping off of his index finger. The main themes included his conservation work on behalf of Patagonia and finding inspiration to preserve in the face of injuries.
Legendary Rock Climber Tommy Caldwell gave a talk to a packed house at the Edmonds Center for the Arts tonight. The talk covered a few well-known stories, like his kidnapping in Kyrgyzstan and the chopping off of his index finger. The main themes included his conservation work on behalf of Patagonia and finding inspiration to preserve in the face of injuries.
A bare Mountain
A bare Mountain
Hungryland wildfire. Southern Martin County / Northern Palm Beach County, Florida. Extremely high fire danger exists as a result of drought in South Florida. When the fire was reported, it had already engulfed 150 acres. State and County resources are being deployed, quickly. However, there is a concern for campers as only one access road exists, limiting the evacuation route.
Hungryland wildfire. Southern Martin County / Northern Palm Beach County, Florida. Extremely high fire danger exists as a result of drought in South Florida. When the fire was reported, it had already engulfed 150 acres. State and County resources are being deployed, quickly. However, there is a concern for campers as only one access road exists, limiting the evacuation route.
The Bear Gulch fire within Olympic National Park has been raging since illegal fireworks ignited it on July 4th. Currently, the fire is only 9% contained and has burned 16,000 acres. In recent days, it has flared up, consuming several thousand acres this last weekend, due to 90-degree temperatures in the Seattle area. Rain and cooler temperatures are in the forecast and will help Firefighters contain the wildfire.
The Bear Gulch fire within Olympic National Park has been raging since illegal fireworks ignited it on July 4th. Currently, the fire is only 9% contained and has burned 16,000 acres. In recent days, it has flared up, consuming several thousand acres this last weekend, due to 90-degree temperatures in the Seattle area. Rain and cooler temperatures are in the forecast and will help Firefighters contain the wildfire.
Seattle Washington. Visitors to Seattle’s Gasworks Park usually come for one of the city's best views. Wildfire smoke continues to cause Seattle’s air quality to rank the worst in the world. Residents should see relief this weekend with rain in the forecast, thus ending the summer drought.
Seattle Washington. Visitors to Seattle’s Gasworks Park usually come for one of the city's best views. Wildfire smoke continues to cause Seattle’s air quality to rank the worst in the world. Residents should see relief this weekend with rain in the forecast, thus ending the summer drought.
Seattle Washington. Visitors to Seattle’s Gasworks Park usually come for one of the city's best views. Wildfire smoke continues to cause Seattle’s air quality to rank the worst in the world. Residents should see relief this weekend with rain in the forecast, thus ending the summer drought.
Seattle Washington. Visitors to Seattle’s Gasworks Park usually come for one of the city's best views. Wildfire smoke continues to cause Seattle’s air quality to rank the worst in the world. Residents should see relief this weekend with rain in the forecast, thus ending the summer drought.
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Juniper, an Alaskan Brown Bear, enjoys a spring day in her enclosure at the Woodland Park Zoo. She was rescued as an orphaned cub and now serves as an ambassador for brown bear reintroduction in the North Cascades Mountains of Washington State.
Juniper, an Alaskan Brown Bear, enjoys a spring day in her enclosure at the Woodland Park Zoo. She was rescued as an orphaned cub and now serves as an ambassador for brown bear reintroduction in the North Cascades Mountains of Washington State.
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Lincolnville Beach on Penobscot Bay in Maine is one of the country’s first places where you can watch the Sunrise. Voted one of the “Top 20 Towns in the U.S.” by Outside Magazine, it is home to an eclectic mix of people and one of Maine’s best-kept secrets.
Lincolnville Beach on Penobscot Bay in Maine is one of the country’s first places where you can watch the Sunrise. Voted one of the “Top 20 Towns in the U.S.” by Outside Magazine, it is home to an eclectic mix of people and one of Maine’s best-kept secrets.
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Shila is outdoors again. This summer, the Gray Wolf received a rare life-saving pacemaker to treat her cardiac arrhythmia. According to the Woodland Park Zoo, she may be one of the only wolves to undergo the procedure.
Shila is outdoors again. This summer, the Gray Wolf received a rare life-saving pacemaker to treat her cardiac arrhythmia. According to the Woodland Park Zoo, she may be one of the only wolves to undergo the procedure.
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A snowless Mount Hood peeks through wildfire smoke as residents observe the fourth anniversary of devastating wildfires with concern as current conditions are eerily similar
A snowless Mount Hood peeks through wildfire smoke as residents observe the fourth anniversary of devastating wildfires with concern as current conditions are eerily similar
Seattle Washington. Visitors to Seattle’s Gasworks Park usually come for one of the city's best views. Wildfire smoke continues to cause Seattle’s air quality to rank the worst in the world. Residents should see relief this weekend with rain in the forecast, thus ending the summer drought.
Seattle Washington. Visitors to Seattle’s Gasworks Park usually come for one of the city's best views. Wildfire smoke continues to cause Seattle’s air quality to rank the worst in the world. Residents should see relief this weekend with rain in the forecast, thus ending the summer drought.
Kayaker on Shilshole Bay. The sunsets on Seattle with the Olympic Mountains in the background. Heavy smoke from the Bolt Creek Fire creates an intense evening but brings poor air quality.
Kayaker on Shilshole Bay. The sunsets on Seattle with the Olympic Mountains in the background. Heavy smoke from the Bolt Creek Fire creates an intense evening but brings poor air quality.
The Sunsets through the Salmon Bay Bridge in the Ballard Neighborhood of Seattle. Smoke from the Bolt Creek Fire makes for a spectacular end-of-summer sunset.
The Sunsets through the Salmon Bay Bridge in the Ballard Neighborhood of Seattle. Smoke from the Bolt Creek Fire makes for a spectacular end-of-summer sunset.
Seattle Washington. Edmonds Center for the Arts. Apa Sherpa, who climbed Mount Everest 21 times in attendance at the Screening and Q&A of Pasang in the Shadow of Everest.
Seattle Washington. Edmonds Center for the Arts. Apa Sherpa, who climbed Mount Everest 21 times in attendance at the Screening and Q&A of Pasang in the Shadow of Everest.
Seattle Washington. Edmonds Center for the Arts. Norbu Tenzing, son of Tenzing Norgay in attendance at the Screening and Q&A of Pasang in the Shadow of Everest.
Seattle Washington. Edmonds Center for the Arts. Norbu Tenzing, son of Tenzing Norgay in attendance at the Screening and Q&A of Pasang in the Shadow of Everest.
Seattle Washington. Edmonds Center for the Arts. Lakpa Rita Sherpa, who climbed Everest 17 times, in attendance at the Screening and Q&A of Pasang in the Shadow of Everest.
Seattle Washington. Edmonds Center for the Arts. Lakpa Rita Sherpa, who climbed Everest 17 times, in attendance at the Screening and Q&A of Pasang in the Shadow of Everest.
Seattle Washington. Edmonds Center for the Arts. Screening and Q&A of Pasang in the Shadow of Everest.
Seattle Washington. Edmonds Center for the Arts. Screening and Q&A of Pasang in the Shadow of Everest.
May 24, 2023, West Palm Beach, Florida. A baby “Jesus Lizard” rests after a night of hard rain. The Common Basilisk is native to South and Central America and is considered an invasive species in Florida. An adult will grow to 3 feet in length and, at its top speed of 15 miles an hour, can run across the water's surface, hence the nickname
May 24, 2023, West Palm Beach, Florida. A baby “Jesus Lizard” rests after a night of hard rain. The Common Basilisk is native to South and Central America and is considered an invasive species in Florida. An adult will grow to 3 feet in length and, at its top speed of 15 miles an hour, can run across the water's surface, hence the nickname
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Heran, an Orangutan, climbs in his habitat as visitors to the Woodland Park Zoo gather to watch. It’s Endangered Species Day, and Orangutans made the list of the top 10 most endangered species in the World. Loss of habitat fueled by the demand for Palm Oil is their primary threat. Recently, a wild Orangutan was observed using a plant with medical properties to help heal a wound on its face.
Heran, an Orangutan, climbs in his habitat as visitors to the Woodland Park Zoo gather to watch. It’s Endangered Species Day, and Orangutans made the list of the top 10 most endangered species in the World. Loss of habitat fueled by the demand for Palm Oil is their primary threat. Recently, a wild Orangutan was observed using a plant with medical properties to help heal a wound on its face.
Heran, an Orangutan, climbs in his habitat as visitors to the Woodland Park Zoo gather to watch. It’s Endangered Species Day, and Orangutans made the list of the top 10 most endangered species in the World. Loss of habitat fueled by the demand for Palm Oil is their primary threat. Recently, a wild Orangutan was observed using a plant with medical properties to help heal a wound on its face.
Heran, an Orangutan, climbs in his habitat as visitors to the Woodland Park Zoo gather to watch. It’s Endangered Species Day, and Orangutans made the list of the top 10 most endangered species in the World. Loss of habitat fueled by the demand for Palm Oil is their primary threat. Recently, a wild Orangutan was observed using a plant with medical properties to help heal a wound on its face.
Bela, an Orangutan, has a big birthday celebration at the Woodland Park Zoo. In addition, it's Endangered Species Day, and Orangutans made the list of the world's top 10 most endangered species. Loss of habitat fueled by the demand for Palm Oil is their primary threat. Recently, a wild Orangutan was observed using a plant with medical properties to help heal a wound on its face.
Bela, an Orangutan, has a big birthday celebration at the Woodland Park Zoo. In addition, it's Endangered Species Day, and Orangutans made the list of the world's top 10 most endangered species. Loss of habitat fueled by the demand for Palm Oil is their primary threat. Recently, a wild Orangutan was observed using a plant with medical properties to help heal a wound on its face.
In the Fall, bears enter a state called hyperphagia. This incessant hunger drives them to consume up to 20,000 calories a day. In the Wild, they do this to pack on some weight before hibernation. This drive to consume can increase the chance of bringing them into contact with humans. Bears in captivity, such as Juniper at the Woodland Park Zoo, don't experience food scarcity, which typically triggers hibernation. Instead, they experience torpor, a state akin to that of sleepy teenagers.
In the Fall, bears enter a state called hyperphagia. This incessant hunger drives them to consume up to 20,000 calories a day. In the Wild, they do this to pack on some weight before hibernation. This drive to consume can increase the chance of bringing them into contact with humans. Bears in captivity, such as Juniper at the Woodland Park Zoo, don't experience food scarcity, which typically triggers hibernation. Instead, they experience torpor, a state akin to that of sleepy teenagers.
It's World Gorilla Day, and at the Woodland Park Zoo, one of the families of western lowland gorillas celebrates by napping and play-fighting before snacks. The Zoo is a participant in the Western Lowland Gorilla Species Survival Plan, a breeding program designed to maintain the genetic diversity of the critically endangered species. Additionally, the Zoo participates in a cell phone recycling program to support conservation efforts in the Congo Basin.
It's World Gorilla Day, and at the Woodland Park Zoo, one of the families of western lowland gorillas celebrates by napping and play-fighting before snacks. The Zoo is a participant in the Western Lowland Gorilla Species Survival Plan, a breeding program designed to maintain the genetic diversity of the critically endangered species. Additionally, the Zoo participates in a cell phone recycling program to support conservation efforts in the Congo Basin.

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