Below are the latest Whatcom News stories that affect people who live and/or work in and around Sandy Point Washington.
Lummi health agencies issue emergency alert following “spike in overdose deaths”
“There has been a spike of overdose deaths which we believe may be due to a change in the supply.”
Seasonal weather change arrives with potential for heavy rain in the forecast
A strong weather system is forecast to bring several days of moderate to heavy rain to the Whatcom County lowlands.
Lummi Island and Sandy Point lift Stage 2 burn bans but restrictions remain
Fire danger remains very high.
E Pole Road reopened after month-long closure
Motorists were directed around the closure via a signed 19-mile detour.
Whatcom County Fire Marshal lifts Stage 2 burn ban, Stage 1 remains in effect
The announcement marks a return to backyard campfires while continuing to restrict burning of yard debris and other outside fires.
Drop off old tires to be recycled during 2 Whatcom County events
Residents can drop off up to 20 standard car or light truck tires.
Striping work expected to impact I-5 traffic through Whatcom County today (Weds.)
“Delays may be significant as this is a slow-moving operation.”
Boeing 737 circling over Whatcom County was an unusual sight
It was seen circling over western Whatcom County for nearly 2 hours.
Well owners across Whatcom County to be required to prove their water rights in court
The court case, referred to as an “adjudication,” involves permit-exempt well users and holders of surface and groundwater rights.
Whatcom Humane Society reports receiving 5 more dumped dogs
The dogs were found “at what appears to be a new ‘doodle dump’ site, near Aldergrove Road in Ferndale.”
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