Latest Whatcom County News
Wind advisory issued for Whatcom County, 55mph gusts expected
Sustained winds of 30 to 40mph are expected.
NWCAA lifts Stage 2 air quality burn ban for Maple Falls area
While air quality has improved, residents are being asked to limit indoor wood burning.
Wet weather systems to bring Nooksack River up around “Action Levels,” Puget Sound area flood watches issued
“Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.”
Bellingham Police ask potential victims of suspected rapist to come forward
“It is likely there are more victims, locally in Bellingham, and potentially in nearby cities, to include Seattle.”
Bicyclist transported to Harborview after Old Fairhaven Parkway crash
This is an update to an earlier reported incident.
Winter storm watch issued for much of western Washington highlands
Snow accumulations of up to 3 feet are possible.
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WSDOT: North Cascades Highway closed for the season tomorrow (Thur.)
This and other seasonal pass closures will remain until they can be safely reopened in the spring.
Another advisory for freezing fog issued
Motorists are advised to be alert for slippery bridge decks.
Suspect in Maple Falls home invasion arrested
The suspect is accused of striking the resident in the head with a flashlight before stealing the resident’s wallet, keys and vehicle.
Freezing fog advisory issued for Whatcom County into Tuesday
Motorists are advised to be alert for slippery bridge decks due to frost.
NWCAA issues Stage 2 air quality burn ban for Maple Falls area
Outdoor, indoor burning prohibited for the next few days.
2 reported shooting incidents in Bellingham, 1 arrested
There were no reports that the incidents were related.
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Suspect arrested in 2021 hit and run injury incident
The victim reportedly suffered several injuries including broken bones.
Hit & run alert issued after I-5 crash injures 3 from Bellingham
They were injured after their vehicle was forced into a Jersey barrier.
State disciplines Whatcom County health care provider
Charges state that Dupar described herself as a “nurse practitioner” on her business website.
New Ferndale overpass opening announced
The overpass will open to the public following a ceremony.
WSDA wraps up another season of northern giant hornet trapping
2023 could be the second year without confirmed detections.
Mt Baker Highway temporarily closed following fatal crash
WSDOT reported the road had reopened about 5am.
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Washington AG: PeaceHealth to return millions to patients who should have received financial assistance
“PeaceHealth is refunding up to $13.4 million to more than 15,000 low-income patients of its five western Washington hospitals.”
Roundabouts planned for some busy Whatcom County intersections
Intersections on Birch Bay-Lynden Road, Northwest Drive and Hannegan Road have intersections cited for improvements.
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