Ashley Ruiz

Seattle

Morning Meteorologist at KING-TV (Seattle, WA)

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Timeline: When snow will fall ahead of Monday morning commute in western Washington

Feb 2, 2025 | king5.com | Ashley Ruiz

SEATTLE — Off-and-on snow showers fell across western Washington on Sunday and will continue in some areas into the first half of workweek, as the colder air deepens. KING 5 has activated First Alert for this weather event through Tuesday morning, which could affect lives, property or travel in the Pacific Northwest region. During this event, the First Alert Weather Team will bring you the latest information to keep you and your family safe.
Will it snow in Seattle? Forecast models hint at possibility of lowland snow

Jan 27, 2025 | king5.com | Ashley Ruiz

SEATTLE — Say it isn't "snow?" You may have heard or seen on your phone's default weather app that there is the possibility for snow in lower elevations in western Washington this weekend and early next week. Models are hinting at the potential for a wintry mix of spotty rain and light snow late Saturday and Sunday.
Heavy rain threat continues into the first weekend of December

Dec 1, 2023 | brproud.com | Ashley Ruiz

OverviewBATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) – The active weather pattern will continue through Saturday night. A few more rounds of heavy rain will remain possible through Saturday night. Drier air will move into the region Sunday and Monday. The Storm Prediction Center (SPC) has placed the entire area under a Marginal Risk (level 1 of 5) for severe weather Friday and Friday night/Saturday morning.
Whisker Wednesday: Lil and Orange Blossom, the bonded pair (November 22, 2023)

Nov 22, 2023 | brproud.com | Ashley Ruiz

BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — Wednesday is Whisker Wednesday!Lil and Orange Blossom are up for adoption at Cat Haven in Baton Rouge! They are an adorable bonded pair looking for a loving home to call their own. Lil and Orange Blossom are 7 months old and would do great in any kind of household. The duo has not been introduced to dogs yet, however.
Whisker Wednesday: Millie is looking for a second chance at love (November 15, 2023)

Nov 15, 2023 | brproud.com | Ashley Ruiz

BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — Wednesday is Whisker Wednesday!Millie was rescued by Cat Haven after she was left without food or water for days in an empty apartment. Ever since her rescue, she’s been very wary of people. With time and patience, she may learn to trust people again. Even though Millie is wary of people, she enjoys playing and she has a goofy personality. Millie would need to be the only pet in the family.
Whisker Wednesday: Gumbo, the Persian kitty (November 8, 2023)

Nov 8, 2023 | brproud.com | Ashley Ruiz

BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — Wednesday is Whisker Wednesday!Gumbo is a beautiful Persian cat up for adoption at Cat Haven in Baton Rouge! She was brought to Cat Haven with her brother, but he was adopted. Gumbo can be shy at first, but she warms up to new people quickly. She loves attention and affection. Gumbo loves a good petting session, as you can see in the video below!If you’re looking for a sweet companion, Gumbo may be the one for you! Gumbo’s adoption fee is $125.
Dense, heavy fog expected for Halloween weekend in Greater Baton Rouge area

Oct 27, 2023 | brproud.com | Trinity Velazquez |Ashley Ruiz

BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) – The Baton Rouge area could see some heavy fog for the Halloween weekend. Chief Meteorologist Ashley Ruiz said there is a dense fog advisory from 10 p.m. Friday, Oct. 27 to 9 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 28 for East Baton Rouge, St. Helena, East Feliciana, Ascension, Livingston, and Tangipahoa parishes. Fog will be possible Sunday morning but the forecast could change.
Whisker Wednesday: Charlotte, the Tortoiseshell lap cat (October 25, 2023)

Oct 25, 2023 | brproud.com | Ashley Ruiz

BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — Wednesday is Whisker Wednesday!Charlotte is up for adoption at Cat Haven! She was brought to Cat Haven with her two kittens. Toban Thompson, Adoption Manager of Cat Haven, says, “She won’t take no for an answer when she wants you to love her.” As you can see below, Charlotte really loves affection and attention.
Whisker Wednesday: Boo, the playful gray kitty (October 18, 2023)

Oct 18, 2023 | brproud.com | Ashley Ruiz

BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — Wednesday is Whisker Wednesday!Boo is up for adoption at Cat Haven! She is around 1-year-old and has a lot of energy! Boo is very frisky, affectionate, and vocal. She is healthy and ready to go home with a loving family. Boo is ready for all of the head-scratches, treats, and catnip! Boo’s adoption fee is $125. Boo is up for adoption at Cat Haven!You can visit Boo at Cat Haven, 11130 N. Harrells Ferry Road.
Whisker Wednesday: Chase, the 10-year-old kitty (October 11, 2023)

Oct 11, 2023 | brproud.com | Ashley Ruiz

BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — Wednesday is Whisker Wednesday! Chase is up for adoption at Cat Haven! He is 10-years-old and full of love. Chase has had a hard time finding a forever home through no fault of his own. Chase is a beautiful, large cat and he loves cuddles, treats, pets, and catnip! He has not been tested with dogs or other cats. His adoption fee is $125. You can visit Chase at Cat Haven, 11130 N. Harrells Ferry Road.