Much of western WA will continue to see warm temperatures with moderate HeatRisk today and tomorrow. Please remember to stay hydrated, take plenty of breaks in the shade (or an air conditioned room), and check up on others.
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Federal immigration agents seeking to detain a Honduran landscaper chased him into a Southern California surgical center and quickly found themselves in a tense standoff as clinic staff demanded to see identification and a warrant. The landscaper was eventually arrested.
Masked men leaping out of unmarked vehicles. Latino men taken from their places of work or while waiting for the bus. Street vendors tackled to the ground and forcefully held down.
We collected videos of just over 100 incidents of raids in L.A.
W/ Evident, @bellingcatofficial
Now is a good time to explore OPT IN systems to get phone and email alerts from your local emergency management agency in case of wildfires, critical road closures or more.
Find the places where you live, work and travel here:
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Toxicologist Dr. Shirlee Tan explains how to protect yourself from PFAS and other toxic chemicals, including how to:
1. Use safer cookware & containers
2. Choose products with fewer ingredients
3. Avoid fragrances
More tips on our blog: https://t.co/sxPbWuKUNw
The right to repair is now law in Washington. From smartphones to wheelchairs, Washingtonians will finally have access to the tools, parts, and information they need to fix their own devices. This is common-sense policy—and it’s gaining momentum nationwide. https://t.co/PcYa1aPK9E
As Summer provides us with more sunshine and a warmer weather, the drier and hotter air during this time may bring about wildfires. Learn more about how to be prepared for wildfire smoke and get daily air quality forecast on our website https://t.co/VhUWCQDNA4.
Independence Day celebrations can lead to devastating fireworks injuries, including burns, lost fingers and other trauma. @arvrad with @UWashEM says, “We're going to see a lot of people who completely changed their lives because they made one simple, bad decision." @UWMedicine
LIVE AT 3:30‼️: Can the left succeed within the Democratic Party? Former Seattle City Council Socialist @cmkshama joins me to discuss her congressional race against Rep. Adam Smith, what we can learn from Zohran's win, & where 3rd parties fit in.
https://t.co/zhLhJehWra
Prepare for wildfire smoke season today!
Filtering the air in your home can improve your indoor air quality and reduce your exposure to smoke. A DIY box fan filter can be a cost-efficient filter option to improve indoor air quality in a single room or designated space. Learn how to make a DIY box fan filter in this video (now with ASL interpretation).
Try to buy materials soon, as supplies will sell quickly once wildfire smoke arrives.
“I promise you, it would have been a war crime.” that’s what Alejandro Barranco told me what would have happened if he treated a detainee when he was deployed to Afghanistan with the Marines like federal agents treated his father.
Catching your house or your neighbor’s is a real risk if you use fireworks – don’t take that chance! A reminder that the personal use of fireworks is illegal in the City of Seattle, and there's a reason behind that. 1/2
Get ready for bat girl summer by following these rabies prevention tips:
🦇 Enjoy bats from far away
🦇 If you see a bat on the ground, don’t touch it, it might be sick.
🦇 Vaccinate your pets against rabies
🦇 If you touch a bat, or a bat bites or scratches you, contact a healthcare provider right away.
Visit https://t.co/Q7n17k70bw to learn more about rabies prevention!
USCSB ‼️⚠️ @chemsafetyboard proposed to lose all funding under Trump budget. A rare agency with true bipartisan and industry support, recognized for how cheap it is in prevention analysis and education materials. https://t.co/Gf3geSYb6o
Emergency Department visits for heart and lung issues rise after smoky days.
With a hot and dry summer ahead, learn how to protect yourself and loved ones when it's smoky out: https://t.co/41892W1Pyh
Videos available in ASL, Amharic, Khmer, Spanish, and Somali. @KingCountyTV
Falling vaccination rates are creating more concern as measles outbreaks grow. AAFP board member @familydocwonk and former AAFP president Dr. John Cullen spoke with @medscape about how their clinics are preparing for potential cases. https://t.co/IjL7cGofAt
Hi, ER Doc, here.
If your nose is bleeding, DO NOT TILT YOUR HEAD BACK. This just makes the blood drip down the back of your throat and you will then swallow and/or choke on it. Pinch the soft part of your nose and TILT YOUR HEAD FORWARD. Please tell all your friends about this.