The suspect vehicle hit an unoccupied car in the store parking lot before fleeing the scene. Police believe the driver may have also been involved in a theft inside the store.
The 61-year-old man who fired the shots was arraigned in Whatcom County Superior Court on Friday morning and could face up to life in prison.
Drivers should expect delays in Seattle this weekend and overnight in north Bellingham starting Sunday night.
Anyone who sees an illegal fire that’s actively burning or appears dangerous should still call 9-1-1 immediately.
Preparations include temporary coffer dams installed at the site, which will collect rainwater in order to be pumped out to tanks if needed.
Residents are advised to avoid contact with wild animals, especially bats, and to keep their pets’ vaccinations up to date.
Construction on the project was delayed in 2024 and is currently waiting for the busy summer season to end.
Total rainfall over the two days could exceed 2″ in the region.
Washington still has the third-highest gas prices in the country.
Nearly 600 students are set to receive an average of $2,400 each. That’s around 80% of all students who applied.
