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Snohomish County, Washington


Firefighters chainsaw garage door, rescue elderly woman from burning Monroe home
Firefighters rescued an elderly woman from a smoke-filled home in Monroe, Washington, on Tuesday night after hearing her call for help. Snohomish Regional Fire & Rescue responded around 9:30 p.m. to reports of a fire…

Chainsaw rescue: Snohomish firefighters save resident from house fire
Firefighters from Snohomish Regional Fire and Rescue successfully performed a daring rescue during a residential fire in Monroe. Using a chainsaw to breach the structure, crews were able to reach and save a resident…

70-year-old arrested for illegal cannabis production in Monroe
A 70-year-old man was arrested after officers seized about 2,700 live and dried cannabis plants from an unlicensed operation in unincorporated Monroe, Washington. The search warrant operation took place on Nov. 6…
Prep roundup: Wesco North volleyball shines at districts
The Wesco North volleyball district tournament saw strong performances as Monroe, Everett, and Stanwood all secured spots in the semifinals following decisive quarterfinal sweeps. The Herald reports that these teams…

Avian flu confirmed at Monroe park blamed for deaths of dozens of birds
Washington wildlife officials confirmed that avian flu caused the deaths of dozens of birds at Lake Tye Park in Monroe. The disease is expected to run its course, officials said, while warning signs around the park urge…

Snohomish County, WA Drug Bust: 2,700 Cannabis Plants Seized
Authorities in Snohomish County, Washington, have seized approximately 2,700 cannabis plants following a raid on an unlicensed growing operation near Monroe. The operation, conducted by the Snohomish Regional Drug Task…

WDFW confirms presence of bird flu in Monroe, WA
Washington wildlife officials confirmed bird flu in wild birds at Lake Tye Park in Monroe, prompting the city to urge residents to avoid touching sick or dead birds and report sightings. The Washington Department of…

Bird flu identified in birds at Monroe park
Washington wildlife officials confirmed bird flu in birds at Lake Tye Park in Monroe, the city announced Monday. Officials are urging residents not to touch wild birds that appear sick or are found dead, and to report…

Bird flu confirmed in birds at Lake Tye Park in Monroe
Washington wildlife officials confirmed avian influenza in birds at Lake Tye Park in Monroe. The city and state agencies advise residents not to touch sick or dead wild birds and to report them to wildlife officials…

Bird flu detected in birds at Lake Tye Park in Monroe
The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife confirmed that birds at Lake Tye Park in Monroe have avian influenza, commonly known as bird flu. The finding affects a local park and may be relevant to people visiting…

SnoCo first responders practice water rescues ahead of flood season
First responders from across Snohomish County recently completed a four-day swiftwater rescue training refresher in preparation for the upcoming flood season. The exercises, held in the Skykomish River, were designed to…

More than 30 birds dead after suspected avian flu outbreak in Monroe
The City of Monroe is investigating a suspected avian flu outbreak at Lake Tye Park after more than 30 dead birds were discovered. Local officials are monitoring the situation closely as they work to contain the…

Dead birds found in Monroe spark bird flu concerns
Local officials in Monroe, Washington, are investigating reports of several dead or symptomatic birds, raising concerns about a potential bird flu outbreak. While the presence of the virus remains unconfirmed, state…

Monroe’s Lake Tye Park being monitored for bird flu after dead birds discovered
The City of Monroe is monitoring Lake Tye Park following the discovery of multiple dead birds showing symptoms consistent with avian influenza. Municipal staff have contacted the Washington Department of Fish and…

Bird flu suspected at Lake Tye Park, Monroe warns
The City of Monroe is monitoring Lake Tye Park following the discovery of multiple dead birds exhibiting symptoms consistent with avian influenza. Municipal staff are treating the situation as a potential outbreak and…
Wet Noses Brings Human-Grade Pet Food Innovation to PLMA 2026, Expanding Opportunities for Retailers and Pet Brands
Washington-based manufacturer Wet Noses is showcasing its human-grade pet food and treat innovations at the upcoming PLMA 2026 Private Label Trade Show in Chicago. With over 28 years of experience, the company aims to…

Both directions of US 2 near Monroe reopened after two vehicle collision
Both directions of US 2 near Monroe have reopened following a two-vehicle collision that occurred on Saturday. Washington State Department of Transportation and State Patrol officials confirmed the closure near the…