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Rainy conditions are expected to clear by Thursday evening, with temperatures forecasted to reach the low 80s early next week.
The department is still investigating the environmental impacts of both incidents.
The environmental publication was the first of its kind in the country when it began in the late 70s.
Public Works is currently working with Ecology crews to clean up the spill.
Skagit Bay remains closed for harvesting, as it still has high reported levels of paralytic shellfish poisoning biotoxins.
Just over 10% of the county is now experiencing an extreme drought.
As of the morning of August 1, it is 5% contained.
By making small changes to your daily habits—especially during hot, sunny weather—you can help reduce ozone pollution and protect both your health and the environment. Let’s all do our part to keep the air clean this summer!
Seattle City Light says it does not intend to use condemnation authority to acquire property in the estuary.
The department had previously issued the advisory on July 18 after high levels of fecal bacteria turned up during routine water sampling.