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Residents near the burn area may see smoky conditions and a drop in air quality.
The purchases total $1.1 million in funds that come from watershed fees on utility bills.
Construction is expected to finish in February 2026 and will close a section of the trail.
A local agency has recorded significantly high levels of E. coli near the popular swimming area in Bellingham Bay.
The agency says the event will help prevent boats from becoming abandoned and keep pollution out of the water.
All the proceeds will support the DNR’s wildfire prevention programs.
Humpbacks usually stay in the Salish Sea through the fall before migrating south for the winter.
The agency says feeding areas can also draw animals across roads, where they present a safety hazard and could be hit by cars.
The next time there’s volcanic activity, we want to make sure we’re safe. Then later we can comfortably gather with others and share our “remember when?” stories.
The ban will be in effect until further notice.