WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY: Mixed Precipitation Expected to Cause Hazardous Road Conditions in Washington Region

YAKIMA, Wash. – Residents of the Yakima Valley and surrounding areas are advised to prepare for winter weather conditions as a winter weather advisory has been issued for the region. The advisory, in effect from 4 PM Tuesday to 7 PM PST Wednesday, warns of mixed precipitation with total snow accumulation of 2 to 4 inches and ice accumulation of a light glaze. The affected areas include Kittitas Valley, Lower Columbia Basin, and the Foothills …

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Colombia Travel Advisory: US State Department Warns Against Online Dating Apps After Suspicious Deaths

Medellin, Colombia – The U.S. State Department has issued a travel advisory warning Americans about the dangers of using online dating apps while in Colombia, following a series of “suspicious deaths” in the country. The advisory comes after eight U.S. citizens were killed by drug overdoses or suspected homicides in the city of Medellin in the final months of 2023, according to the State Department. Although officials do not believe the deaths are linked, several …

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Wind Advisory in Effect for Multiple Texas Counties Until Tuesday

Houston, Texas – The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory until Tuesday evening for several counties in the Houston area, including Harris, Galveston, Montgomery, and Brazoria. Residents in these areas are advised to take caution as gusty winds are expected to reach speeds of up to 45 miles per hour. The advisory covers a wide range of counties, from the coast to inland areas, where the strong winds could pose a risk to …

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