Latest Whatcom County News
Recent toxic algae testing results released for Lake Whatcom
Tests showed toxin levels below detection limits.
US Representative Larson reports on visit to Bellingham CBP facility
“I was able to get answers to the following questions community members have about the facility’s operations.”
Abbotsford Airshow to bring a wide range of aircraft in the north Whatcom skies before, during and after the show
The airshow begins Friday and continues through Sunday.
Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office launches voluntary firearm turn-in program
Gift cards are offered for surrendered firearms using state grant funding.
Canceled: Missing person out of Custer
Last seen 7/27/26 at 4am near 2600 block of Willeys Lake Road.
Water quality advisory issued for Lake Samish private drinking water systems
Notices are being sent to lakeshore residents.
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3 teens taken to the hospital after Mt Baker Hwy rollover crash
The cause of the crash remains under investigation.
Canceled: Missing person out of Bellingham
He was located.
Border 2 and Luna wildfires remain active, growing in Whatcom County
Area, trail, and camp closures are in effect for public safety.
Bellingham police seek assistance in locating missing man
He is frequently seen walking in the downtown area.
Crash leaves 2 trapped by live power lines inside vehicle
The incident resulted in a power outage impacting over 1,800 PSE customer addresses.
Updates and new images from yesterday’s seaplane incident in San Juan Islands
The pilot has been released from the hospital and 3 passengers remain hospitalized.
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FBI and Bellingham Police seek man who fled prior to 2023 sentencing
He was was convicted by trial of violent felony assault.
Seaplane catches fire after emergency landing in San Juan Islands
Passengers were transported to area hospitals including St Joseph Medical Center in Bellingham.
Whatcom Sheriff’s Office seeks bicyclist seen near injury crash on July 11th involving another bicyclist
“We hope to locate this bicyclist to determine whether they have any additional information regarding this incident.”
Whatcom wildfires combine near border
The difficulty of fighting these smaller fires in their remote locations means significant growth is expected.
High-speed I-5 pursuit ends with crash near Blaine border crossing
The vehicle’s speed reportedly exceeded 110mph during the pursuit.
Semi-truck trailer rollover closes Nooksack Road (SR9)
The truck and trailer rolled into a ditch along the road.
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Air quality alert in Whatcom County effective Monday, July 20th
The alert is due to expected wildfire smoke from Canadian wildfires.
National Weather Service issues heat advisory for northwest Washington, including Whatcom County
Moderate risk of heat-related illness expected.
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