Environmental

Our quality of life in Northwest Washington is closely related to our air quality. […]

The region could also see some snow fall across the North Cascades, but snow levels aren’t expected to drop until Sunday.

Bellingham’s council adopted the plan and Whatcom County Council as well as the Lake Whatcom Water and District Commissioners will vote on the plan in the coming weeks. 

Central Washington was hit the hardest this wildfire season, mainly due to several larger fires burning in the region.

The weather could also make for a windy few days in Whatcom County, with coastal winds reaching up to 35 mph.

Ecology estimates that larger floods will occur in the future due to climate change.

As part of the agreement, the farm will install telemetric water meters that will allow Ecology to monitor the site and make sure RAN doesn’t have any more violations.

Cooler weather and several days of substantial precipitation led to the burn ban lifts, which had been in place since June 15. 

By following these best practices—minimizing wood burning to only necessary circumstances and ensuring that all fuel is dry and clean—households can help protect both their family’s health and the broader community’s air quality.

As winds are predicted from the southeast, Point Roberts and Sandy Point should see some of the strongest winds, but most of the coast will be affected.