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WA Emergency Management

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WA Emergency Management

@waEMD

Official site of the Washington Emergency Management Division. Content Guidelines: mil.wa.gov/social Not on Twitter 24/7 #wawx #EMGTwitter

Camp Murray, Wash.

mil.wa.gov/preparedness

Joined April 2009

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NWS Spokane
@NWSSpokane
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Temperatures will trend much warmer this week with widespread Moderate HeatRisk on Tuesday and Wednesday. Uncertainty in the forecast details significantly increases for Thursday and beyond due to model differences in an approaching weather system. weather.gov/Spokane
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NW Clean Air Agency
@NWCleanAir
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NWCAA AQ FORECAST: Expect Moderate conditions on 7/13 in Skagit and Whatcom counties and Good in Island and San Juan counties. A high-pressure system will impact the region and will cause smoke from B.C. wildfires to slowly settle into the more interior areas. 1/2
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Spokane Valley Fire
@SpokaneValleyFD
Jul 10
Some agencies use AI. We chose... whatever this is. The message is still the same: Smoke alarms save lives. Check yours today.
WA Emergency Management
@waEMD
Jul 10
Okanogan County has issued evacuations and has created a shelter location with specifics at the below link. The B&O Fire near Okanogan is 2000 acres and burning grass, brush and homes. Homes, infrastructure and public safety are threatened. #wawildfire okanogancounty.gov/1861/ACTIVE-IN…
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Smokey Bear
@smokey_bear
Jul 8
Wildfire prevention includes vehicle safety too. Taking time to inspect your vehicle can help protect the outdoors you love to visit. 🌲
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FBI Seattle
@FBISeattle
Jul 7
On July 6, 7 drones were seized from operators who violated flight restrictions, totaling 42 drone seizures during the World Cup around Seattle Stadium. Before you fly your drone, always check airspace restrictions using FAA-approved B4UFLY apps or visit tfr.faa.gov.
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NWS Spokane
@NWSSpokane
Jul 6
Elevated to critical fire wx conditions expected Tue & Wed with hot, dry, breezy conditions. New & ongoing fires may be difficult to contain. Red Flag Warnings issued; the two graphics show warning locations Tuesday & Wednesday. Details: weather.gov/spokane #wawx #idwx
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NW Clean Air Agency
@NWCleanAir
Jul 7
Wildfire smoke can travel far and fast! Plan ahead by refilling medications, prepping essential gear, and creating an evacuation plan. A little preparation now can make a big difference later.
WA Emergency Management
@waEMD
Jul 7
Counties, cities and even some colleges have Alert systems in place that you can sign up for in case there's an emergency. Most allow you to sign up via email, phone call or text. Find your local jurisdiction here: mil.wa.gov/alerts#local
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WSDOT North
@wsdot_north
Jul 6
Good morning to the North! Who's pumped for USA vs. Belgium in the Round of 16 today at Seattle Stadium? Planning a trip into the city to soak in the finale of Seattle's Summer of Soccer? Plan ahead and use all available transit options. More details: engage.wsdot.wa.gov/seattle-world-…
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@waEMD
Jul 3
Amateur Radio operators provide an essential connection during disasters. This video with Seattle Auxiliary Communications & @OEMSeattle shows how amateur radio operators were used during the Seahawks Super Bowl parade and World Cup matches.
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FBI Seattle
@FBISeattle
Jul 2
On July 1, 6 drones were seized from operators who violated flight restrictions, totaling 35 drone seizures to date during the World Cup around Seattle Stadium. Before you fly your drone, always check airspace restrictions using FAA-approved B4UFLY apps or visit
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Seattle Fire Dept.
@SeattleFire
Jul 2
Firefighters are responding to a natural gas leak in the 4100 block of E. Madison St. Crews are evacuating impacted buildings. Please avoid the area.
WA Emergency Management
@waEMD
Jul 2
Seeing the damage recent earthquakes around the world serves as an important reminder: the best time to prepare for earthquakes is before they strike. We can learn a lot about how to keep people, buildings & the economy safe by studying earthquakes.
WA Emergency Management
@waEMD
Jul 2
Today is the anniversary of the 1999 Satsop Earthquake - a great opportunity to learn about the benefits of retrofitting buildings to mitigate further damage. Visit mil.wa.gov/earthquake to learn more about how we can mitigate earthquake damage to our buildings in Washington.