Seattle, Washington — After days of unusually warm temperatures and heightened wildfire concerns, the Pacific Northwest is preparing for a dramatic weather shift that could make the first weekend of summer feel more like early fall.
Forecasters say temperatures across parts of Washington and Oregon will surge into the upper 80s and lower 90s through the middle of the week before a strong weather system arrives, bringing cooler air, clouds, and the return of much-needed rainfall.
The sharp transition is expected to affect communities throughout the region, including major population centers along the Interstate 5 corridor.
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