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[Seattle OEM @OEMSeattle]

Are you ready for the beautiful game?

Be ready by signing up for AlertSeattle, the city's emergency alert system.

Text "Seattle" to 67283 and be the first to know when emergencies happen where you live, work, or play in the city so you can be ready for match day and beyond.

[Seattle Police Department @SeattlePD]

Hi world! SPD Hype Coordinator here, and I've been assigned to kick things off for World Cup 2026 while also making sure nobody does anything that requires us to arrest them. Multitasking! Now read this post, I spent too long writing it. #SEAoccer
https://t.co/M0SFBa9E1g

[Seattle Police Department @SeattlePD]

We aren't sure you heard yet, but the World Cup is 19 days away! If you haven't started planning for an influx of people, it's time. Here is our safety guide. Bookmark it and check back often.
https://t.co/FgBMdgTDaf

[Seattle Department of Transportation @seattledot]

We've installed 200+ new bike & scooter parking corrals in downtown Seattle. These better organize parking and make it easier to find a ride.

Want to score a smooth trip during the FIFA Men's World Cup? Transit, biking, and scooting are your best play: https://t.co/uXO1dgiIBF.

[Seattle Department of Transportation @seattledot]

World Cup matches start June 15!

With people-first streets in Pioneer Square, expanded transit service, and parties throughout the region, we’re ready to celebrate ⚽

Transit, walking, biking & scooting are great low-cost & low-stress travel options for match days.

[City of Seattle @CityofSeattle]

Seattle is less than a month out from hosting the first FIFA World Cup match and our city is ready! Find out more about Seattle’s pedestrian zone, construction pause, community arts events, and more here: https://t.co/Gj8MikLjHR

[WSDOT Traffic @wsdot_traffic]

Good Morning! Atmospheric River is on your 2025 BINGO card whether you like it or not.
- Watch for standing water
- Reduce speed and adjust to conditions
- Do NOT drive past roads closed signs
- Be prepared for unexpected closures
- Make sure lights & wipers work

[Seattle Department of Transportation @seattledot]

Have a few minutes to spare? Clearing leaves out of storm drains near your home or business can really help reduce localized flooding.

As another round of heavy rain approaches: report flooding on streets or sidewalks by calling us anytime at 206-386-1218.

[Mayor Katie B. Wilson @MayorofSeattle]

Seattle and the surrounding region may be impacted by high winds and a strong atmospheric river event this week that will bring heavy rain. Plan ahead and know what to do in case of flooding, landslides, or other impacts: https://t.co/Gdu8isLGmc

[NWS Seattle @NWSSeattle]

⚠️ A strong atmospheric river event will bring heavy rain to western Washington today through Wednesday, leading to potential for significant river flooding, urban flooding, and landslides. Check the latest river forecasts here: https://t.co/JbmWFb3hB8 #WAwx

[Seattle City Light @SEACityLight]

High winds are causing multiple outages across our service area, currently impacting around 10,600 customers. Follow our outage map for updates: https://t.co/ijUJXHhsDH

[WSDOT Traffic @wsdot_traffic]

UPDATE 3: The southbound SR 99 tunnel is back open with power restored to our ventilation systems. Crews are working to reopen northbound SR 99 tunnel momentarily.

[Seattle Office of Sustainability & Environment @SeattleOSE]

Ditch your expensive oil heating that risks our health, homes, and water 🏠 The @CityofSeattle is helping eligible households save thousands on an electric heat pump that also air conditions ❄️ Learn more about the risks of oil heating tanks on our blog: https://t.co/C7ujF4cxS4

Some households may qualify for a no-cost #HeatPump through @seattleoh .

Video Description: Seattle resident Henry Thompson shows his heat pump unit while talking about how low-maintenance and budget-friendly it is compared to oil heating.

[Seattle Channel @SeattleChannel]

4️⃣out of 5️⃣King County voters still haven’t returned their ballot 🤔. For voting resources & to hear directly from candidates, go here: https://t.co/gi10nhVQ5h

And drop your ballot off by 8PM TONIGHT, Nov. 4, at a @kcelections drop box to make sure it counts!⁠

[Seattle Human Services @SeattleHSD]

Have your completed ballot postmarked by the USPS, or preferably, placed in a ballot drop box by 8 p.m. Vote Centers are open until 8 p.m. to register new voters, update records, and help voters with disabilities cast ballots. Details on King Co. voting: https://t.co/sAuHQmBIX2

[Mayor Katie B. Wilson @MayorofSeattle]

Seattle is providing $8 million in emergency food assistance to support local food banks and meal services during the federal SNAP funding uncertainty. Find resources for those in need and ways to help for those who can: https://t.co/ow2VQTr97E

[City of Seattle @CityofSeattle]

Join us for the One Seattle Graffiti Plan Paint Jam with Sire!

🗓️ Nov 1 & 2, 2025
⏰ 10AM-6PM
📍 Sturgus Park (904 Sturgus Ave. S, Seattle, WA 98144)

All ages, all skill levels, and everyone welcome! Let’s paint the FUTURE together in a safe, fun, and inspiring space.

[Rep. Pramila Jayapal @RepJayapal]

THURSDAY: I’m hosting a resource fair with @CityofSeattle to get assistance to federal workers who have been impacted by the Republican Shutdown.

Come to get resources from state and local government as well as a variety of organizations, and please bring any friends or neighbors who have been impacted!

[Seattle Office of Sustainability & Environment @SeattleOSE]

Even during the federal government shutdown, @SeaPubSchools are continuing to serve free breakfast and lunch to all students at participating schools 🍽 Your child can eat #FreeSchoolMeals if they attend a Community Eligibility Provision school https://t.co/iItk90HVu6

[Seattle Office of Sustainability & Environment @SeattleOSE]

For #SeattleForestWeek, we're sharing @CityofSeattle’s new Foresting Seattle program 🌲 A collaborative program of City and community partners working to protect and grow urban forests that provide cool shade, improve air and water quality, and much more https://t.co/GoXsnmhIlk