Snow Route Alert Issued by City of Yakima

Due to considerable snowfall, a Snow Route Alert has been issued by the City of Yakima.  This Snow Route Alert will remain in effect until further notice.  An update regarding the Snow Route Alert and how long it will remain in effect will be provided by 10:00 am on Wednesday, February 6th.  A key part … Continued

Fire Damages Cornell Avenue Home

Damage to a house in the 600 block of Cornell Avenue in Yakima is estimated to be about $75,000 following a fire Tuesday morning. (It is the practice of the Yakima Fire Department to not release the specific address of a private home involved in a fire or other emergency response) Yakima Fire Department (YFD) … Continued

City of Yakima Facilities Opening Later Tuesday Due to Weather

As a result of inclement weather, some City of Yakima facilities will be opening later than usual on Tuesday, February 5th in order to allow Streets Division crews adequate time to make local roadways as safe as possible for drivers. City employees assigned to the facilities listed below do not need to report to work … Continued

Teen Struck by Vehicle on Nob Hill Being Transported to Harborview

A 17-year-old male was hit by a Ford Explorer early this morning while he was crossing Nob Hill Boulevard in the vicinity of Rock Avenue.  The 17-year-old was reportedly knocked unconscious after having been struck by the Explorer.  As a result of his injuries, including a possible skull fracture, the 17-year-old is being transported to … Continued

Winter Storm Warning Issued for Yakima Area

The National Weather Service (“NWS”) has issued a winter storm warning for the Yakima area. It is in effect today, Monday, February 4th, through 4:00 am tomorrow, Tuesday, February 5th. The NWS issued the warning at 9:14 am today, and it anticipates total snow accumulation of 3 to 6 inches due to a low pressure … Continued

Yakima City Council February 5th Regular Meeting Preview

The Yakima City Council will hold a regular meeting at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, February 5th in Council Chambers at Yakima City Hall, 129 North 2nd Street. Agenda items for the February 5th regular meeting include: Receiving Council Committee reports. Discussing the January 30th H2A Worker Housing Forum. Considering the allocation of $75,000 in Lodging … Continued