Last updated March 19, 11:25 a.m. At 7:40 a.m. the morning of March 18th, Seattle Fire and Police responded to a helicopter crash near Seattle Center on Broad Street. The lives of two KOMO employees were tragically lost and a third person was seriously injured. The Mayor and his staff continue to send our thoughts […]
Updated at 11:53 AM. At 7:40 AM this morning, Seattle Fire and Police responded to 4th Avenue and Broad Street after receiving numerous reports of a helicopter crash. At the scene, firefighters began working to put out several car fires and found two deceased crash victims. The crash also damaged three vehicles along Broad street, and […]
Updated at 11:53 AM. At 7:40 AM this morning, Seattle Fire and Police responded to 4th Avenue and Broad Street after receiving numerous reports of a helicopter crash. At the scene, firefighters began working to put out several car fires and found two deceased crash victims. The crash also damaged three… [ Keep reading ]
Safe travels home, 12s With more than 700,000 12s celebrating in downtown Seattle, delays in mass transit are expected into the evening. In addition to officers assisting with traffic patrol, transit agencies throughout the region are providing recommendations for the evening commute, encouraging people to stagger return trips or continuing… [ Keep reading ]
SEATTLE — As one of the largest — and most exuberant — parades in Seattle history winds down, Seattle, public safety officials are urging people to continue exercising patience as they head back home. “Seahawks fans have been their usual well-behaved, patient and loud selves, braving freezing temperatures and treating… [ Keep reading ]
SEATTLE — With record crowds lining downtown streets for today’s Seahawks victory parade, police and fire are asking people to please stay on the sidewalks and leave the streets clear for emergency vehicles. The event starts at 11 this morning, and the 12s have arrived en mass. Parade watchers are… [ Keep reading ]
Today Seattle will officially honor the Seahawks, back from their victory at the Super Bowl in New Jersey. Everyone is invited to turn out and cheer the champions as they head south down Fourth Avenue through downtown in a parade, to include the Seahawks players, head Coach Pete Carroll, coaching… [ Keep reading ]
Tomorrow’s parade is almost here and we want the 12’s to honor the Seahawks loudly and safely. The event starts at 11 am on Wednesday, February 5, and we expect the 12’s to arrive en mass and early to start lining up. Bring your awesome Seahawks beast mode spirit and… [ Keep reading ]
Public advised to be patient and plan ahead for travel delays With unprecedented crowds expected to cheer for the victorious Seattle Seahawks, local transportation and transit agencies are advising the traveling public to expect significant delays in and around downtown Seattle on February 5. The Seattle Department of Transportation, King County Metro Transit, Sound Transit […]
As you get ready to come to the Seahawks parade tomorrow morning, here are some tips to beast mode your day: That National Weather Service predicts sunny weather with the temperature high of 35 degrees. Public Health of Seattle and King County advises parade-goers to dress in layers and wear warm… [ Keep reading ]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 2/5/2014 As giant parade winds down: patience, patience, patience
SEATTLE — As one of the largest — and most exuberant — parades in Seattle history winds down, Seattle, public safety officials are urging people to continue exercising patience as they head back home.
“Seahawks fans have been their usual well-behaved, patient and loud selves, braving freezing temperatures and treating the team and each other with respect,” said Barb Graff, director of Seattle’s Office of Emergency Management.
“Now, as folks are getting ready to leave for home, we are asking them to remember: it took six or seven hours for everyone to get downtown for the parade; and it will likely take at least that long for transportation systems to return to normal.
“Above all, please be kind out there today,” Graff said. “The 12s keep proving we are all MVPs.”
With an extra 700,000 people in downtown Seattle today, phone and internet traffic is heavy; so Seattle officials ask everyone who can to stay off their phones and computers to help keep 911 lines open.
The amazing 12s can continue to help celebrate Seahawks victory by:
Use the following links to plan your exit from downtown Seattle:
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 2/5/2014
Anticipation builds as fans line up to celebrate the Seahawks in downtown Seattle today
Today Seattle will officially honor the Seahawks, back from their victory at the Super Bowl in New Jersey. Everyone is invited to turn out and cheer the champions as they head south down Fourth Avenue through downtown in a parade, to include the Seahawks players, head Coach Pete Carroll, coaching staff, Sea Gals, Bliz, and the Blue Thunder drumline, as well as local elected officials. The celebration will begin at Denny Way at 11 a.m. and will continue down Fourth to the sports stadiums.
The City of Seattle expects unprecedented numbers of fans to turn out, and people already are positioning themselves along sidewalks early this morning, hours ahead of time, to secure a front row seat, in spite of temperatures below freezing. The Seattle Office of Emergency Management will open the Emergency Operations Center this morning at 8 a.m., which is standard practice during large parades.
Please be respectful of each other and private property during the parade. Law enforcement is working hard to keep the streets safe, but if you see something, please say something to an officer around the route. We want this to be a fun, joyous celebration honoring the team and the 12s.
A heavier than usual volume of traffic built early this morning on inbound routes, and is expected to continue, leading up to the event. Heavy traffic is also expected on outbound routes following the parade, continuing into the evening as people head for home following rallies at the sports stadiums.
Public transit is also carrying an especially large number of passengers headed into downtown this morning, expected to continue throughout the morning, and then on outbound routes after the event and into the evening. Some transit will be rerouted due to street closures for the parade. Transit providers have added some extra service for this big day. For schedules, please refer to the website for the transit service providers—King County Metro, Sound Transit, Community Transit.
The parade route will be closed at 10:30 a.m. and will reopen as the parade passes through. On-street parking will be restricted along the parade route on Fourth Avenue, and also on intersecting streets between Third and Fifth avenues. Finding parking will be a challenge, so spectators may want to park outside of downtown and walk into the event. Carpooling in addition to transit will be a good choice, as well as walking or bicycling where possible.
Fans are advised to dress warm for waiting outdoors in freezing temperatures. Carrying a bottle of water and snacks would be wise. Please remember coaches and players won’t be signing autographs and fans shouldn’t approach the vehicles in the parade.
Use the following links to plan a fun and safe Seahawks celebration:
This release is available online at https://alerts.seattle.gov/2014/02/05/anticipation-builds-as-fans-line-up-to-celebrate-the-seahawks-in-downtown-seattle-today/.
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Fans invited to participate in mobile celebration A welcome home Victory Celebration Parade is scheduled for 11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, February 5. The parade will begin just south of Seattle Center at Denny Way and travel south down 4th Avenue past Westlake Park and finish at the north… [ Keep reading ]
Congratulations to Super Bowl XLVIII Champions, the Seattle Seahawks. A welcome home Victory Celebration Parade is scheduled for 11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, February 5th. The parade will start on 4th Avenue south of Denny Way and will end at CenturyLink Field. “What a great day for the Seahawks… [ Keep reading ]
We’re lucky to have the best 12 fans in the country. The City of Seattle and the Seattle Seahawks encourage every fan to act responsibly before, during, and after the game. With all eyes on Seattle, let’s honor our city and the spirit of our outstanding team. Please don’t… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle City Light crews restored power in SODO about 2 a.m. Friday after a contractor completed repairs to privately owned electrical equipment that had been damaged by a vehicle.
Seattle City Light crews restored power in SODO about 2 a.m. Friday after a contractor completed repairs to privately owned electrical equipment that had been damaged by a vehicle.
Seattle City Light crews cut power to about 60 customers in SODO about 7:30 p.m. Thursday after an inspection found a fire risk in privately owned electrical equipment that was damaged by a vehicle on Tuesday.
Seattle City Light crews cut power to about 60 customers in SODO about 7:30 p.m. Thursday after an inspection found a fire risk in privately owned electrical equipment that was damaged by a vehicle on Tuesday.
Inspectors determined this afternoon that damage from a Tuesday vehicle crash on First Avenue was causing an imminent threat of fire, so Seattle City Light cut power to the surrounding area.
Inspectors determined this afternoon that damage from a Tuesday vehicle crash on First Avenue was causing an imminent threat of fire, so Seattle City Light cut power to the surrounding area.
If your collection is missed, please leave your materials out for one more day. Garbage, recycling, and food/yard waste are being picked up throughout the city this today, although some collection times could be delayed. Customers whose collection is missed are asked to leave their materials out for one more day. If the materials still […]
If your collection is missed, please leave your materials out for one more day. Garbage, recycling, and food/yard waste are being picked up throughout the city this today, although some collection times could be delayed. Customers whose collection is missed are asked to leave their materials out for one more… [ Keep reading ]
Customers Asked to Set Garbage, Recycling, Food/Yard Waste Out by 7 a.m. With snow and slush in the overnight forecast, Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is advising customers to treat Friday as a normal day for garbage, recycling, and food/yard waste collection. Please put your garbage, recycling, and food/yard waste out by 7 a.m. to ensure […]
Customers Asked to Set Garbage, Recycling, Food/Yard Waste Out by 7 a.m. With snow and slush in the overnight forecast, Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is advising customers to treat Friday as a normal day for garbage, recycling, and food/yard waste collection. Please put your garbage, recycling, and food/yard waste out… [ Keep reading ]
It’s good news for skiers and snowboarders, but might be bad news for your commute friday morning. Predictions are showing anywhere from trace amounts of snow to a few inches in the greater Seattle area. Check conditions before you leave in the morning and if you’re driving slow down and… [ Keep reading ]
The Seattle Education Association has approved a contract, and school will be starting on time as scheduled for Wednesday, September 4. Seattle Parks community centers will revert to normal operations with regular programming, including before- and after-school care.
20 community centers to serve students on free and reduced lunch from Kindergarten to 8th Grade The City of Seattle today announced it will open and staff drop-in activities at 20 designated community centers for Seattle Public Schools students on free and reduced lunch from Kindergarten to 8th Grade if… [ Keep reading ]
A man suspected of shooting a bus driver multiple times Monday morning was shot by police after he fled through downtown Seattle. Just after 8:45 this morning, Seattle police began receiving a flood of reports that a man had shot a Metro bus driver on the Route # 27 bus near 3rd Avenue and Seneca […]
A man suspected of shooting a bus driver multiple times Monday morning was shot by police after he fled through downtown Seattle. Just after 8:45 this morning, Seattle police began receiving a flood of reports that a man had shot a Metro bus driver on the Route # 27 bus… [ Keep reading ]
