The operation combined resources of the National Tribal Emergency Management Council (NTEMC), Woodinville non-profit food provider Farmer Frog and the Northwest Region Emergency Volunteer Air Corps (EVAC), a group of pilots prepping for natural disaster.
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State Mobilization authorized for the Methow Fire located in Chelan County, near Wenatchee. The fire is 50 acres with 50 homes being evacuated.
#wawildfire#StateMobe
Poor air quality is expected to affect the northern Plains and Midwest today due to the Canadian wildfires. Poor air quality can be hazardous to anyone. Before spending time outdoors, check the air quality forecast. #WeatherReady https://t.co/CVx9g8HTQY
Air quality is reported using the Air Quality Index (AQI). Do you know what these numbers and their corresponding levels mean? View the chart below to find out. To see the current air quality in your area, visit https://t.co/CVx9g8HTQY
BREAKING: Health authorities in King and Pierce counties are recommending that people wear masks in indoor public spaces as viral respiratory illnesses are circulating across the state and country. https://t.co/ryZXBmfJ8d
I would be a little extra cautious traveling over Snoqualmie today. The ice storm just started and the meteorologist is saying a quick 1 to 3 inches of snow in the afternoon. Temps are below freezing.
On Red Shawl Day, we bring attention to the relatives who are impacted by the missing and murdered Indigenous peoples crisis. It's a day of remembrance and of commitment to continue our quest for justice.
As Vice Chairman of the Senate @IndianCommittee w/ jurisdiction over the BIA, I am happy to announce @BureauIndAffrs is stepping in to aid 45 Alaska Native villages impacted by Typhoon Merbok w/ emergency relief—covering basic, vital needs like food and water.
King County Emergency Management caught video today of #BoltCreekFire-damaged trees falling near Money Creek Tunnel.
US 2 remains closed between MP 36 and Skykomish (MP 49). @wsdot is working to reopen the road by Monday.
Crews continue to assess and remove hazardous trees.
This next storm system is going to be a doozy! Heavy winds tonight, 2 feet of snow Wednesday night, a warm up then freeze Thursday - all creating poor visibility, avalanche danger and major ice concerns. Delaying your trip for the next 72 hours would be a very good idea!
#FollowFriday: The National Tribal Emergency Management Council (@NWTEMC) supports Tribes with info and resources related to emergency management and response.
See how we’re working with groups like NTEMC to advance public safety comms in #IndianCountry: https://t.co/LYumi6GIJY
**New Update Coming Today** With 91,000+ acres already burned, the #BeckwourthComplex is the largest active wildfire in California. More than 400 #MutualAid personnel from across the state are on the ground in #PlumasCounty in support of fire operations.
As temperatures warm up outside, it might be tempting to cool off in area waters! But water temperatures are still running VERY cold in the 40s and 50s. Hypothermia can occur in a matter of minutes even for experienced swimmers so please use caution! #wawx
The Snohomish County Joint Information Center twice weekly publishes COVID-19 Brief, with pandemic-related updates and community information. In today’s edition: Case rate lowest in five months; Emphasis on appointments, eligibility at vaccination sites. https://t.co/BbVF88nzWV