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Excessive Heat Warning for Seattle until 8/16 at 11:00 PM

The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Warning for Seattle until Wednesday, August 16 at 11:00 pm. Information about this Warning and other advisories for our area can be found at weather.gov/sew. Daytime high temperatures over 90 degrees and warmer than average overnight temperatures over a period of several… [ Keep reading ]

High Tide Alert: January 23-25 (English, Español, ភាសាខ្មែរ , Tiếng Việt)

High tides and wet weather increase the risk of flooding and sewer backups in South Park. King Tides (very high tides) are expected next week, Monday through Wednesday morning. The City of Seattle will be on the ground monitoring the situation.

Winter Storm: High Winds and Flooding due to King Tides and Rainfall

A series of winter storms will impact Seattle this week, and there is a potential for significant impacts including power outages, flooding, tree damage, and road closures.

Winter Weather: Snow, Ice, and Severe Cold Impact Seattle This Week; Emergency Shelters Available (Updated 12/22)

The City of Seattle is tracking this week’s cold weather system and preparing to activate additional services as needed. This blog post will be updated with the latest information on places for people to get indoors and out of the cold, keeping critical infrastructure open, changes to City services, and tips to stay warm and safe.

City of Seattle Prepares for Winter Weather (Updated 11/30)

The City of Seattle is tracking this week’s cold weather system and preparing to activate additional services as needed. This blog post will be updated with the latest information on places for people to get indoors and out of the cold, keeping critical infrastructure open, changes to City services, and tips to stay warm and safe. 

Active Incident At Ingraham HS – 11/8

SPD on scene at Ingraham HS. Situation stabilized but active and ongoing. Avoid the area. More information is available at twitter.com/SeattlePD

Major Traffic Disruption: VP Harris Visit 10/25 – 10/26

Alert from Seattle DOT: Please be aware of possible travel delays and detours during Vice President Kamala Harris’ visit. Details are available at bit.ly/vp-harris-visit. Vice President Kamala Harris is scheduled to visit Seattle this Tuesday and Wednesday (October 25-26). During vice presidential visits, the U.S. Secret Service has the authority… [ Keep reading ]

Wildfire Smoke Alert: Unhealthy Air Quality

Wildfire smoke will cause the air quality to rise to UNHEALTHY for everyone levels near active fires, including the new fire in east King County. At this time, other areas in the Puget Sound region are expected to be UNHEALTHY FOR SENSITIVE GROUPS or worse. Take steps to reduce your… [ Keep reading ]

Wildfire Smoke Alert: Unhealthy Air Quality

Wildfire smoke is continuing to move into the Seattle area. Air quality is now Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups in most areas and Unhealthy for everyone in some areas. While the forecast has smoke decreasing later this week, air quality may change frequently throughout the day, and may be different from… [ Keep reading ]

Wildfire Smoke Alert: Unhealthy Air Quality

Wildfire smoke continues to move into the Seattle area Saturday, September 10. A new fire, the Bolt Creek Fire near Skykomish, is sending additional smoke to Seattle. Air quality is now Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups in most areas and Unhealthy for everyone in some areas. Español | 繁體中文 | 简体中文… [ Keep reading ]

Wildfire Smoke is Impacting Air Quality

Updated information is available for Saturday, September 10. Click here for the latest alert. Wildfire smoke is blowing into our region, causing air quality impacts. Air quality may be unhealthy for sensitive groups Friday and Saturday. Air quality is expected to improve Sunday or Monday. When air quality is unhealthy… [ Keep reading ]

Excessive Heat Warning: Cooling Centers Open, Heat Safety Information (Updated 7/29)

Last updated: July 29, 2022 11:00 AM The National Weather Service has extended an Excessive Heat Warning for Seattle through Sunday, 7/31. High temperatures in the low-to-mid 90s and low temperatures in the mid-to-high 60s will continue through the weekend, allowing for little overnight cooling. Extreme heat can cause illness… [ Keep reading ]

COVID-19 Update – February 26 – March 11, 2022

AlertSeattle: COVID-19 Subscribers – This alert provides new and updated information and links to City of Seattle programs and services for residents impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. It also contains helpful city, county, state and federal resources. SEATTLE NEWS City of Seattle Announces New Vaccination Strategies Mayor Harrell Signs Legislation… [ Keep reading ]

COVID-19 Update: February 12 – February 25, 2022

AlertSeattle: COVID-19 Subscribers – This alert provides new and updated information and links to City of Seattle programs and services for residents impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. It also contains helpful city, county, state and federal resources. SEATTLE NEWS City of Seattle Announces New Vaccination Strategies Eviction Moratorium Will Expire… [ Keep reading ]

COVID-19 Update: January 29 – February 11, 2022

AlertSeattle: COVID-19 Subscribers – This alert provides new and updated information and links to City of Seattle programs and services for residents impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. It also contains helpful city, county, state and federal resources. SEATTLE NEWS City of Seattle Announces New Vaccination Strategies Eviction Moratorium Will Expire at the End of February GOVERNOR’S OFFICE,… [ Keep reading ]

COVID-19 Update – January 15 – 28, 2022

AlertSeattle: COVID-19 Subscribers – This alert provides new and updated information and links to City of Seattle programs and services for residents impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. It also contains helpful city, county, state and federal resources.      SEATTLE NEWS Mayor Bruce Harrell Announces New COVID Testing Site and Expanded Options GOVERNOR’S OFFICE, WA STATE DEPARTMENTS, AND KING… [ Keep reading ]

AlertSeattle: COVID-19 Update – December 22, 2021 – January 14, 2022

AlertSeattle: COVID-19 Subscribers – This alert provides new and updated information and links to City of Seattle programs and services for residents impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. It also contains helpful city, county, state and federal resources. SEATTLE NEWS Mayor Harrell Announces New Vaccination Resources For Seattle Residents Mayor Bruce Harrell to Issue New Executive Order and… [ Keep reading ]

Winter Weather Update: Additional Snow Expected, Emergency Shelters Available

The National Weather Service expects an additional 1 to 3 inches of snow accumulation beginning late tonight and continuing into Thursday morning’s commute. The City of Seattle will face extremely cold temperatures and risk of icy conditions into the new year. With significant snow accumulation, the City of Seattle is urging residents and businesses: Avoid and… [ Keep reading ]

Dangerously Cold Weather in Seattle: Emergency Shelters and Safety Information (Updated 12/27)

With snowfall accumulation between 3” and 6” yesterday and freezing temperatures overnight, some city services have been impacted. The National Weather Service expects additional snow accumulation later in the week, and the City of Seattle will face extremely cold temperatures into the new year. The extreme cold temperatures will present… [ Keep reading ]

AlertSeattle: COVID-19 Update – December 8 – 21, 2021

AlertSeattle: COVID-19 Subscribers – This alert provides new and updated information and links to City of Seattle programs and services for residents impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. It also contains helpful city, county, state and federal resources. SEATTLE NEWS As Omicron Spreads, Mayor Durkan Highlights Expanded Testing and Vaccination Resources for Seattle Residents Mayor Jenny Durkan Announces… [ Keep reading ]

AlertSeattle: COVID-19 Update – November 20 – December 7, 2021

AlertSeattle: COVID-19 Subscribers – This alert provides new and updated information and links to City of Seattle programs and services for residents impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. It also contains helpful city, county, state and federal resources. SEATTLE NEWS As Cases Surge Across the Country, City of Seattle Prepares to Protect Against COVID-19 During Holidays With Increased… [ Keep reading ]

AlertSeattle: COVID-19 Update – November 6 – 19, 2021

AlertSeattle: COVID-19 Subscribers – This alert provides new and updated information and links to City of Seattle programs and services for residents impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. It also contains helpful city, county, state and federal resources. SEATTLE NEWS With the Expected Approval of Pfizer Boosters This Week, Mayor Durkan and Partners Announce COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic in Rainier… [ Keep reading ]

AlertSeattle: COVID-19 Update – October 23 – November 5, 2021

AlertSeattle: COVID-19 Subscribers – This alert provides new and updated information and links to City of Seattle programs and services for residents impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. It also contains helpful city, county, state and federal resources. SEATTLE NEWS Following Successful Downtown Seattle Vaccination Clinic Opening, City of Seattle’s West Seattle Clinic Opens on Friday, October 29 … [ Keep reading ]

AlertSeattle: COVID-19 Update – October 9 – 22, 2021

AlertSeattle: COVID-19 Subscribers – This alert provides new and updated information and links to City of Seattle programs and services for residents impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. It also contains helpful city, county, state and federal resources. SEATTLE NEWS City of Seattle Surpasses 94% of Employees Vaccinated with over 99% Submitting Forms City of Seattle to Open… [ Keep reading ]

AlertSeattle: COVID-19 Update – September 25 – October 8, 2021

AlertSeattle: COVID-19 Subscribers – This alert provides new and updated information and links to City of Seattle programs and services for residents impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. It also contains helpful city, county, state and federal resources. SEATTLE NEWS City of Seattle Reaches Tentative Agreements with Coalition of City Unions, Seattle Fire Fighters Union Local 27 and… [ Keep reading ]

AlertSeattle: COVID-19 Update – September 11 – 24, 2021

AlertSeattle: COVID-19 Subscribers – This alert provides new and updated information and links to City of Seattle programs and services for residents impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. It also contains helpful city, county, state and federal resources. SEATTLE NEWS King County to require proof of vaccination or negative test for many outdoor and indoor events and establishments… [ Keep reading ]

First major Fall storm system of the season moves into Seattle this weekend

Rain and gusty winds will move into Seattle on Friday, September 17 and remain in the area through the weekend, with the heaviest rain anticipated on Friday night. Rain and wind can lead to tree damage and power outages, and heavy rain can create hazardous driving conditions due to flooding and low… [ Keep reading ]

AlertSeattle: COVID-19 Update – August 28 – September 10, 2021

AlertSeattle: COVID-19 Subscribers – This alert provides new and updated information and links to City of Seattle programs and services for residents impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. It also contains helpful city, county, state and federal resources. SEATTLE NEWS Mayor Durkan Statement in Support of President Biden’s Actions to Increase Vaccinations City of Seattle and Partners Launch… [ Keep reading ]

AlertSeattle: COVID-19 Update – August 14 – 27, 2021

AlertSeattle: COVID-19 Subscribers – This alert provides new and updated information and links to City of Seattle programs and services for residents impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. It also contains helpful city, county, state and federal resources. SEATTLE NEWS Mayor Durkan Announces $7.5 Million in Direct Investment in Community to Support Neighborhood Economic Recovery GOVERNOR’S OFFICE, WA… [ Keep reading ]

AlertSeattle: COVID-19 Update – July 31 – August 13, 2021

AlertSeattle: COVID-19 Subscribers – This alert provides new and updated information and links to City of Seattle programs and services for residents impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. It also contains helpful city, county, state and federal resources. SEATTLE NEWS City of Seattle Announces Timeline for Safely Reopening Public-Facing Counters, Customer Service Centers, Libraries, and Other City Facilities … [ Keep reading ]