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The line at Kaady Car Wash backed up on Mill Plain Boulevard on Wednesday morning after people awoke to their cars covered in ash from early-morning rainfall.

Ash puzzles Clark County drivers, keeps car washes busy

The line at Kaady Car Wash backed up on Mill Plain Boulevard on Wednesday morning after people awoke to their cars covered in ash from early-morning rainfall.

September 8, 2021, 4:53pm Clark County News Subscriber Exclusive

Clark County residents awoke Wednesday to find their vehicles covered in ash, despite fairly clear skies Tuesday. Read story

Henry Lester, 5, kicks water on Friday at the water feature in Esther Short Park, which opened on Thursday. Temperatures are expected to climb into the triple digits over the weekend.

Triple-digit heat rolling into Clark County, prompting warnings

Henry Lester, 5, kicks water on Friday at the water feature in Esther Short Park, which opened on Thursday. Temperatures are expected to climb into the triple digits over the weekend.

June 25, 2021, 5:46pm Clark County News Free

As the heat wave rolled in Friday, many wondered about the future of their Fourth of July plans and celebratory fireworks. Read story

A crowd soaks up the sunshine on the shores of Battle Ground Lake on Saturday at Battle Ground Lake State Park.

Forecasters upgrade heat wave warning for Clark County

A crowd soaks up the sunshine on the shores of Battle Ground Lake on Saturday at Battle Ground Lake State Park.

June 23, 2021, 5:14pm Clark County Health

Forecasters have upgraded their warning for an unprecedented heat wave set to move into the region starting Friday, predicting dangerously hot temperatures as high as 108 degrees with little cooling overnight. Read story

Drivers traveling east on state Highway 14 take in a scenic view as a snowcapped Mount Hood is seen in the distance under sunny skies Thursday. Forecasters expect sunny skies and summer-like temperatures for several days, with temperatures peaking near 100 degrees on Monday.

Summer to start strong in Clark County

Drivers traveling east on state Highway 14 take in a scenic view as a snowcapped Mount Hood is seen in the distance under sunny skies Thursday. Forecasters expect sunny skies and summer-like temperatures for several days, with temperatures peaking near 100 degrees on Monday.

June 17, 2021, 5:13pm Clark County News

Clark County is bracing for record-breaking temperatures that the National Weather Service says will peak at 98 degrees on Monday. Read story

Clark County Public Utilities crews are continuing to work around the clock to restore power to its customers following this weeken's winter weather and ongoing thaw. A spokesman said some roads are still inaccessible due to fallen trees.

Crews work to restore power as Clark County’s slow thaw continues

Clark County Public Utilities crews are continuing to work around the clock to restore power to its customers following this weeken's winter weather and ongoing thaw. A spokesman said some roads are still inaccessible due to fallen trees.

February 16, 2021, 2:30pm Clark County News Free

Clark County Public Utilities crews are continuing to work around the clock to restore power to hundreds of its customers following this weekend’s winter weather and ongoing thaw. Read story

Motorists navigate roads with sketchy winter conditions including snow and ice Monday morning, Feb. 15, 2021.

Ice storm leaves downed wires, damaged trees in wake in Clark County

Motorists navigate roads with sketchy winter conditions including snow and ice Monday morning, Feb. 15, 2021.

February 15, 2021, 12:02pm Clark County News Free

Warmer temperatures are helping Clark County thaw out Monday, but emergency responders and county departments have their hands full in the aftermath of last week’s winter weather and subsequent ice storm. Read story

Edgar Lopez pets his dog, Asher, on Friday, February 12, in the Minnehaha neighborhood. Snow continued to accumulate Friday morning as the winter storm persisted.

Snow blankets Southwest Washington, Portland; more on the way

Edgar Lopez pets his dog, Asher, on Friday, February 12, in the Minnehaha neighborhood. Snow continued to accumulate Friday morning as the winter storm persisted.

February 12, 2021, 12:15pm Clark County News Free

Snow continued to fall today throughout Clark County, causing closures and traffic crashes, including one fatal crash on state Highway 500. Read story

Crews from Clark County Public Works Department are gearing up for the possibility of severe winter weather, as seen Wednesday afternoon, Feb. 10, 2021.

Many school districts cancel classes as beginning of winter storm arrives

Crews from Clark County Public Works Department are gearing up for the possibility of severe winter weather, as seen Wednesday afternoon, Feb. 10, 2021.

February 11, 2021, 11:12am Clark County News Free

A number of Clark County school districts are closing in anticipation of wild wintry weather expected to hit later today. Read story

LEADOPTION Richard Harris of the Clark County Public Works Department walks past trucks used for plowing and deicing streets as crews get ready for the possibility of snow accumulation Wednesday afternoon, Feb. 10, 2021.

Wild winter weather set to hit metro area starting Thursday afternoon

LEADOPTION Richard Harris of the Clark County Public Works Department walks past trucks used for plowing and deicing streets as crews get ready for the possibility of snow accumulation Wednesday afternoon, Feb. 10, 2021.

February 10, 2021, 3:25pm Clark County News Free

An unusually mild winter will be taking a wild turn on Thursday as an arctic air mass collides with an incoming Pacific storm directly over the Portland-Vancouver metro area. Read story

The National Weather Service has issues a winter storm watch for Southwest Washington.

Weather Service issues winter storm watch for heavy snow in Clark County

The National Weather Service has issues a winter storm watch for Southwest Washington.

February 9, 2021, 4:02pm Clark County News Free

After days of uncertainty, forecasters have gone all-in on their forecast for winter weather later this week with predictions of up to 6 inches of snow and possible freezing rain. Read story