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Environmental
12 months ago
As wildfire spreads, Fire Marshal orders evacuations in Winthrop

As of the morning of August 1, it is 5% contained.

Local Experts
12 months ago
Hot Days May Mean Ozone Issues: What You Need to Know to Stay Safe This Summer in Whatcom, Skagit counties

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!

Environmental
1 year ago
Skagit residents voice concerns over Seattle’s dam project proposal

Seattle City Light says it does not intend to use condemnation authority to acquire property in the estuary.

Outdoors
1 year ago
Department of Ecology lifts swimming advisory at Bay View State Park, others remain in place

The department had previously issued the advisory on July 18 after high levels of fecal bacteria turned up during routine water sampling.

Weather
1 year ago
UPDATE: Tsunami advisory canceled for coastal Washington after magnitude 8.7 earthquake near Russia

Marine waters may continue to experience dangerous and/or turbulent currents throughout the rest of today.

Outdoors
1 year ago
Rotten luck: Beach access at Point Whitehorn Marine Reserve closed indefinitely

Officials say damage to the stairs leading down to the beach is responsible for the closure.

Environmental
1 year ago
U.S. Forest Service monitors two wildfires in Skagit and Snohomish

Neither fire poses a danger to nearby communities or structures.

Health and Wellness
1 year ago
Swimming advisory in place in Skagit County at Bay View State Park

The public is being advised to avoid any contact with water in the area until further notice.

Weather
1 year ago
Fire danger level upgraded to ‘very high’ in Whatcom County

The lowlands of western Whatcom and Skagit counties remain under a heat advisory through 8:00 p.m. tonight. 

Community Events
1 year ago
PNW Climate Week is set to raise awareness and inspire conversation about environmental action in Bellingham

The celebration will span nine days and take place in over 10 cities, from Portland, Oregon to Vancouver, B.C

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