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Smoke or sunshine? WA’s new air quality map tells you what’s ahead
As wildfire season heats up, the Washington Department of Ecology is rolling out a new tool to help people breathe easier and stay safe. The state’s revamped air quality monitoring map, launched this week, is designed to keep residents in the know during the smoky days ahead. The new map gives real-time updates on air quality across the state, showing pollutants like smoke, ozone, and carbon monoxide . The map has accessibility features aimed at making it more user-friendly for those who are visually impaired, and can be accessed via smartphone or desktop. RELATED: The presence of wildfire smoke could have you feeling bad — and not for the reason you think Planning to enjoy some fresh air outdoors? The map also includes a smoke forecast to help people prepare ahead of time. It projects what air quality will be like over the next five days, said Department of Ecology monitoring coordinator Jill Schulte. The map also shows 7-day and 24-hour air quality trends.
Officials urge caution as fires strain air resources in Washington, Oregon
YAKIMA COUNTY, Wash. — Public Lands Commissioner Hilary Franz toured the site of the Black Canyon Fire Friday and gave a briefing on the state of the fire season so far. According to Franz, the state has more resources to fight fires and hasn't necessarily seen an unusual number of fires so far this year, but other factors have put a strain on the people and tools available to fight them.
Public commenters raise concerns at Commercial Aviation Work Group inaugural meeting
When the newest iteration of a group tasked with relieving Washington’s projected aviation capacity shortage held its inaugural meeting, community members weighed in on the committee, its members and its mission. The Commercial Aviation Work Group (CAWG) – which first met on Thursday, July 11, at the Capital Event...
Schrier calls for more resources to support wildfire fighting effort
WASHINGTON DC—Congresswoman Kim Schrier (D-WA) is urgently calling for additional resources to combat the Pioneer Fire in Washington State, which has burned over 30,000 acres and is threatening the remote community of Stehekin. In a letter addressed to the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC) on July 25, Rep. Schrier...
Haaland Announces $16M for Drought Resilience During Washington State Visit
TOPPENISH, WA – Secretary Haaland concluded a multi-day visit to Washington State to celebrate major progress in implementing President Biden’s Investing in America agenda to safeguard communities from increased threat of wildland fire and severe drought, restore ecosystems, and strengthen tribal communities. During her visit, Secretary Haaland met with tribal leaders from the Confederated Tribes of the Yakama Nation, Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe, and Puyallup Tribe, as well as Bureau of Indian Education-funded staff and personnel. On the heels of the devastating 1980 Slide Ranch Fire in late June, Secretary Haaland also met with more than 50 Yakama Nation firefighters to express the Biden-Harris administration’s commitment to sharing resources, investing in resilience efforts, and prioritizing permanent pay reforms and increases for tribal firefighters.
Complaint against Let’s Go Washington won’t be sent to AG’s office
The state Public Disclosure Commission decided Thursday to retain jurisdiction on a complaint alleging Let’s Go Washington and its founder Brian Heywood violated campaign finance laws in the course of gathering signatures for six initiatives last year. An alliance of progressive groups, which filed the complaint a year ago and is now opposing three of […]
Seattle Art Fair Opens With a Strong Showing
Seattle Art Fair is officially open, kicking off its weekend-long run with a packed party at the Lumen Field Event Center last night. Abuzz with the who’s who of the… The post Seattle Art Fair Opens With a Strong Showing appeared first on Seattle magazine.
A Mariners-Marlins trade to help Seattle overcome surging Astros
The Seattle Mariners were in desperate need of some offense, and so they acquired outfielder and slugger Randy Arozarena from the Tampa Bay Rays this morning. But that doesn't mean that they're done adding. They could always use some more offensive help, and for that, they could look to the Miami Marlins for some help.
Seattle Mariners Reporter Details Mariners Plans and Rumors as Trade Deadline Approaches
According to Seattle Mariners Insider Adam Jude of the Seattle Times, the Mariners are still trying to add before the trade deadline, but they may not be looking to add big pieces. Here's the latest:
Reliever Ryne Stanek acquired by Mets from Mariners for minor league outfielder Rhylan Thomas
NEW YORK (AP) — Right-hander Ryne Stanek was acquired by the Mets from the Seattle Mariners for minor league outfielder Rhylan Thomas on Friday night in a move by New York to bolster its bullpen. Stanek, who turned 33 Friday, was 6-3 with a 4.38 ERA and seven saves...
Thieves steal hundreds of cars from airport hotels, parking lots, KING 5 Investigators find
SEATAC, Wash. — Hundreds of travelers to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport each year are falling victim to car thieves and prowlers, the KING 5 Investigators have found. Hotels and motels that offer "park-n-fly" or "stay-n-fly" packages are favorites of car thieves, which routinely target their lots. Some of the best-known names in lodging have the most crimes, and they leave customers on the hook, according to data reviewed by KING 5.
PHOTOS: Seattle Seahawks’ 1st-Round Pick Gets Exposed By Transgender Adult Star For Allegedly Owing Her Thousands Of Dollars For Her Services
The defensive tackle for the Seattle Seahawks was in the midst of getting ready for the 2024 season when his team posted a simple video of him and others coming out to the training camp field to greet fans and get to work. That post ended up getting some extra...
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