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Possible measles exposure at multiple locations in King County
Public Health – Seattle & King County is investigating a confirmed measles case in an adult with recent international travel. The individual was at multiple locations in Bellevue, Seattle, and Woodinville while infectious, before being diagnosed with measles. Anyone who was at these locations during the time span when the individual was there on June 27th through July 2nd may have been exposed to measles.
70% of drowning deaths in King county involved drugs or alcohol
After five consecutive years of preventable drowning deaths staying at historically high levels, King County officials are urging the public to be cautious at rivers, lakes, and Puget Sound in advance of the Fourth of July. A preliminary analysis by Public Health – Seattle & King County indicates there were...
Transit Service on the 4th of July
Are you wondering if you can take transit to your 4th of July BBQ or a fireworks show? We’ve gathered information on transit service across the region as announced by operators over the last several days. Sound Transit. 1 Line. The 1 Line is running a modified version of...
Staying cool and safe on Metro during the heat
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Measles cases found in King County
Public Health – Seattle & King County is investigating a confirmed measles case in an adult with recent international travel. The individual was at multiple locations in Bellevue, Seattle, and Woodinville while infectious before being diagnosed with measles. Anyone who was at these locations during the time span when the individual was there on June 27th through July 2nd may have been exposed to measles.
King County health officials warn about upcoming heatwave
KING COUNTY, Wash. - As the holiday weekend approaches, King County health officials are urging residents to prepare for an upcoming heatwave. JJ Edge from the King County Public Health Preparedness Team emphasized three key points: reducing exposure, staying hydrated, and not downplaying the signs and symptoms. The holiday is...
Seattle house prices fall as temperatures rise. But buyers are weary
King County home prices dipped in June after hitting a record high a month earlier, a sign that the local housing market is already beginning to cool from its spring peak. The downtick comes as high mortgage rates continue to eat into home shoppers’ budgets, driving some to more affordable suburbs and others out of the market entirely. Potential sellers, meanwhile, are not eager to list their homes and take on new, more expensive mortgages.
Know your city’s fireworks ordinances before celebrating Independence Day
Tomorrow is the big day, but Plateau resident may want to keep in mind local rules and regulations when it comes to fireworks. While letting lose is allowed in Enumclaw, Black Diamond, and Buckley on certain days and limited hours, King County has far stricter rules. Fireworks were officially banned...
Most of Western Washington will see a rise in 2024 property values, but not everywhere
Home values across Western Washington are generally up for 2024, but how much depends on the community. Meanwhile, many office spaces and condos are showing a decline in value. "After dramatic fluctuations in the residential market during the Covid years, values have returned to a steady level of increase," King County Assessor John Wilson said in a statement. "The volatility now is in the commercial sector and among condominiums." RELATED: Seattle's surprising place for housing bargains — downtown Western Washington property owners will soon learn how much their values have gone up or down over the past year, as county assessors begin mailing out notices. This updated information is sent over each summer to determine upcoming taxes — 2024's property values will be used for 2025's tax bills (there are more than 720,000 property owners in King County alone).
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