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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 15h

Keep an eye out for Flash Flood Watches and Warnings from the National Weather Service they act as our “don’t go chasing waterfalls” alerts. And head to our friends over at @ecology.wa.gov , @emd.wa.gov , and @oicwa.bsky.social to learn more about floods in our area all month long.

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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 15h

As we dive into Washington Flood Awareness Month here is a friendly reminder: you can’t outrun a debris flow (not even you, trail runners 🏃‍♂️). And if floodwaters are covering the road, turn around, don’t drown.

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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 15h

That’s why our post-wildfire debris flow team is out here installing rain gauges and cameras to study when and where debris flows might strike again. The goal? Keep you safe and help us understand how these post-fire lands act during rain events.

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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 15h

Even after the flames are out, the danger isn’t. Burned areas can still send debris flows roaring downstream for up to five years after a wildfire all it takes is some heavy rain (about ½ inch per hour) to get things moving.

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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 15h

🎥 POV: You’re a camera being set up to observe the next six months of rain to see if there is post-wildfire debris movement. 👀

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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 8d

And, baby, that's showfish business for you ✨

That's right, this (not so Swift) star might be dressed for a new era, but has been hard at work for years helping us generate millions for restoring aquatic lands all over Washington. dnr.wa.gov/aquatics/she...

A stunning album cover with the words "The Life of a Showfish" in orange glittery letters. The album also features a geoduck, semi-submerged in water wearing a bedazzled top and looking their best in Washington's waters.

On the back cover, the geoduck is wearing a new bedazzled top, and a Vegas-showgirl styled headdress, with large orange feathers imitating their natural siphon process. The list of songs is 1. The Fate of Ceviche, 2. Elizabeth Taylor, 3. Pearl, 4. Father Figure, 5. Largest Mollusk, 6. Ruin The Conference Bannquet Table, 7. Actually Romantic, 8. WA Wi$h Li$t, 9. Wood, 10. CENSORED!, 11. Siphon, 12. The Life of a Showfish (Feat. Sabrina Carpenter Ant).

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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 23d

Mount St. Helens was not getting attention for 5 minutes so she had to go dig up 45 year old dirt on everyone

Washington Emergency Management Division @emd.wa.gov · 24d

USGS has issued a statement noting that Mount St. Helens has strong easterly–southeasterly winds in the vicinity of Mount St. Helens, which have picked up loose volcanic ash deposited during the 1980 eruptions.

You can view the live web cam here: www.usgs.gov/media/webcam...

Ash can be seen around St. Helens via a web cam

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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · 28d

Nobody panic, they left us notes to share with you...

💡Know before you go by downloading maps, checking for closures, and checking fire restrictions
🥾Remember to leave no trace
💧Stay hydrated

Oh wait, there’s one last one...

☁️PLEASE DON’T SET THE STATE ON FIRE ☁️🌈😊

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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · Sep 3

While pumpkin spice might have rolled out, wildfire season is still in full swing. Along with warm and dry conditions continuing through the next few days, we are also expecting wildfire smoke to linger in the air wasmoke.blogspot.com

Washington Smoke Blog

Welcome to the Washington Smoke blog, a partnership between state, county, and federal agencies, and Tribes. We coordinate to collectively share information for Washington communities affected by wil...

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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · Sep 3

For those of you trying to embrace HOA HOA HOA season, I hate to burst your bubble and tell you that it is currently smoke in the air, not mist

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Washington Emergency Management Division @emd.wa.gov · Sep 3

Our friends at @wadnr.bsky.social have an update on smoke conditions. Read the latest at wasmoke.blogspot.com

#wawildfire

Washington Smoke Blog

Welcome to the Washington Smoke blog, a partnership between state, county, and federal agencies, and Tribes. We coordinate to collectively share information for Washington communities affected by wil...

wasmoke.blogspot.com

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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · Aug 26

We would like to thank Taylor and Travis for showing us the only way to let Sparks Fly during wildfire season.

A screenshot of the proposal announcement heard around the world. Travis Kelce kneeling down to propose to Taylor Swift. Both are extremely responsible recreators and are staying on the trail that is surrounded by stunning floral arrangements.

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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · Aug 21

We’re happy this suddenly-popular fella decided to maximize his golden years after a 47-year career working outside Washington. Thankfully, our GO map can help retirees from all over the world find some of our state’s most beautiful places. dnr.wa.gov/go

A man happily enjoying the view from Oyster Dome with his trusty barrel.

A man precariously perched next to the mailbox on Mailbox Peak. Who is telling him that the mailman is probably not coming?

A man and his barrel, staying on the trail. Responsible recreation applies in retirement too #LeaveNoBarrel

A man and his barrel just waiting for the tide to come in at Murdock Beach.

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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · Aug 18

I think I speak for everyone when I say if two roads diverge in a yellow wood...I WILL be taking the one with less spider webs.

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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · Aug 12

Sunsets like these almost make it seem like a new era is on the horizon

A beautiful orange sunset over the water...other than that....not a lot going on at the moment

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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · Aug 4

You can stay up to date on current smoke conditions (on the water or in the air) by heading to dnr.wa.gov/smoke

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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · Aug 4

I know Deep Purple said “Smoke on the water, fire in the sky”, but I am here to set the record straight and say it is currently "smoke in the sky, fire near the water.”

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Washington Emergency Management Division @emd.wa.gov · Jul 30

The #tsunami advisory for #WaState has been CANCELLED. At this time there is no tsunami threat to the Washington coast. Check out www.tsunami.gov for more information. #TsunamiAdvisory #WaWX

Color graphic of the coastline of Washington State on the right with gray circles of seismic waves approaching from the left across the blue ocean. Black text on a green background reads “Tsunami alert cancellation for Washington State. The tsunami alert has been cancelled. The danger to Washington has passed and there is no tsunami threat at this time. More information at tsunami.gov.”

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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · Jul 30

If you’re out in the coast, now’s the time to make sure you know where to get out of potential tsunami zones. We’re still refining the forecast for when waves might hit WA's shoreline and are expecting it to be several hours, but the sooner you know, the sooner you can be ready. dnr.wa.gov/tsunamis

Tsunamis | Department of Natural Resources

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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · Jul 30

Well...this aged too well

The Washington Coast is under a tsunami watch for later this evening. Please head to @emd.wa.gov and @nws.noaa.gov for live updates.

Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · Jul 29

Why is it always "I'm training for a marathon" and not "I'm training for a tsunami"?

washingtonstategeology.wordpress.com/2025/07/28/n...

New Tsunami Evacuation Walk Time Maps for the communities of Raymond and South Bend

Tsunami Evacuation Walk Time Map for the community of South Bend, Washington. New Evacuation Walk Time Maps The Washington Geological Survey has published new Tsunami Evacuation Walk Time Maps for …

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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · Jul 29

Why is it always "I'm training for a marathon" and not "I'm training for a tsunami"?

washingtonstategeology.wordpress.com/2025/07/28/n...

New Tsunami Evacuation Walk Time Maps for the communities of Raymond and South Bend

Tsunami Evacuation Walk Time Map for the community of South Bend, Washington. New Evacuation Walk Time Maps The Washington Geological Survey has published new Tsunami Evacuation Walk Time Maps for …

washingtonstategeology.wordpress.com

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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · Jul 24

Tell me something you thought you wouldn't have to tell the general public...I'll go first

An image of (what used to be a) picnic table, that has been rudely burnt to a crisp at one of our camping areas in the Olympic Region. The image has the words "Don't set the state (or picnic tables) on fire" in a kind font with rainbows so people know I say it with love.

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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · Jul 16

Me yelling from the back: "But how dry is it?"

The waterfall: washingtonstategeology.wordpress.com/2025/07/15/n...

New Dry Falls Visualization and Poster Released!

We are pleased to announce the release of a new perspective view visualization of Dry Falls, Washington. This rendering incorporates lidar data and aerial photographs to create a semi-realistic dep…

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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · Jul 9

Mount Rainier (Tahoma) is a little rumbly, but not to worry. We have all made that decision to get Taco Time too late at night and felt the consequences, totally normal!

The Needling @theneedling.com · Jul 8

As we've reported many times here at The Needling, there's nothing to worry about because: tinyurl.com/337t63zp

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Washington State Dept of Natural Resources @wadnr.bsky.social · Jul 7

I don't know what to tell you all, forest is pretty dry out there

A text message conversation between me and my best friend Forest that reads:
Me: Hey saw that fire at Bowl and Pitcher yesterday. Things pretty hot out there these days, huh?
Forest: ya
Me: Any rain in the picture?
Forest: na
Me: Gonna keep you working late tonite, huh?
Forest: ya
Me: Okay be safe out there!
Forest: k

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