Latest Whatcom County News
Crash involving law enforcement vehicle on W Smith Road sends at least 1 to hospital
At least 1 person was transported from the scene by ambulance.
Updated: Fatality crash in Ferndale on I-5 closes southbound lanes
Both lanes of southbound I-5 were reopened to traffic shortly after 9pm.
Missing person out of Bellingham
Last seen in Bellingham on January 16 about 12:30pm.
Clear skies could reveal a Northern Lights show tonight, Monday
The show is expected in lower latitudes.
Air quality burn ban upgraded to Stage 2 in Kendall area, again
“All burning is prohibited unless a woodstove is your only adequate source of heat.”
Bellingham man arrested after fleeing, barricading himself inside a stranger’s residence
He was out on bond in multiple felony criminal cases dating back to 2024.
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WSDOT: Mt Baker Hwy repairs will require a 5-day full road closure
Specific dates have yet to be announced.
Air quality burn ban returns to Kendall area
“Cold, stagnant air is preventing harmful wood smoke from clearing out.”
Bellingham woman charged with kidnapping son
She appeared in US District Court in Seattle after being extradited from Panama.
Official result of Birch Bay Polar Bear Plunge world record attempt released
“… the event was historic in scale and participation …”
Sumas mayor to take Whatcom County Council to task over Nooksack River decisions
“The cities of Everson, Nooksack, Sumas, and Abbotsford were not consulted …”
Ferndale road closures announced Monday due to floodwater over roads
Motorists should be prepared for additional road closures.
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Floodwater over Ferndale roads creating traffic impacts
Motorists should be prepared for road closures.
Wind and rain return to Whatcom County Sunday, bringing minor flooding concerns
The Nooksack River is expected to crest upstream on Monday and downstream on Tuesday.
Hovander Homestead Park in Ferndale partial reopening announced
The park closed a month ago due to flooding.
Motorist rescued after 2 days stranded on forest service road
“The motorist was not hurt, and in pretty good spirits …”
Explosion heard for miles traced to Tull Road encampment
Responders located a fire in a wooded area.
Updated: “Several people transported” following crash on Everson-Goshen Road
Initial reports from the scene were that 3 vehicles were involved.
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Fire crews respond to early morning Nooksack fire
All occupants safely evacuated prior to fire department arrival.
WCSO seeks info, tips in case of missing man
Extensive multi agency searches of the Nooksack River have been unsuccessful.
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