The Snohomish County Council will hear testimony and consider amendments to its Critical Area Regulations ordinance.

Swamps are wetlands containing woody plants like trees and shrubs. Forest and shrub swamps are important habitats, especially ...

The state Department of Fish and Wildlife is looking for community members willing to be part of a new advisory group focused on planning for water access areas, according to ...

We've submitted our latest Water Quality Assessment to EPA and we've opened the Call for Data to work on the next assessment of state waters.

EVERETT — Snohomish County Council member Jared Mead ... Wetlands are critical for reducing flooding, protecting water quality and sequestering carbon, according to the Department of Ecology.

The Ogallala Aquifer crosses eight states and is North America’s largest underground source of fresh water. Map: Erin Aigner for Circle of Blue To the economic gains, now add ecological benefits.

A man nearly drowned in the Skykomish River near Index on Friday after falling out of his kayak, Snohomish Regional Fire & Rescue (SRFR) posted on Facebook. The agency said the man inhaled water ...

SNOHOMISH, Wash. — A Snohomish County resident ... Due to the absence of a nearby fire hydrant, water tenders were dispatched to ensure a steady water supply. A power line detached from the ...

Anna Skinner is a Newsweek senior reporter based in Indianapolis. Her focus is reporting on the climate, environment and weather but she also reports on other topics for the National News Team.

Anna Skinner is a Newsweek senior reporter based in Indianapolis. Her focus is reporting on the climate, environment and weather but she also reports on other topics for the National News Team.