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Bellingham Airport to Conduct Full-Scale Exercise

Friday, September 18, 2026

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Whatcom County Emergency Management announced a triennial full-scale exercise at Bellingham Airport scheduled for September 19, 2026.

A county-wide Stage 1 burn ban is in effect, allowing only recreational fires. Residents are directed to the WhatcomReady Facebook page for preparedness tips.

📄 Source: Whatcom County Emergency Management (daily brief) — https://www.whatcomcounty.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=5705

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Whatcom County Emergency Management announced a triennial full-scale exerciseNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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The triennial full-scale exercise is scheduled for September 19, 2026No usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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The triennial full-scale exercise is at Bellingham AirportNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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A county-wide Stage 1 burn ban is in effect“Whatcom County Outdoor Burning: As of 8 am September 11, a Stage 1 burn ban is in place. This allows for recreational fires.”
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The burn ban allows only recreational fires“Whatcom County Outdoor Burning: As of 8 am September 11, a Stage 1 burn ban is in place. This allows for recreational fires.”
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Residents are directed to the WhatcomReady Facebook page for preparedness tips“Please visit our WhatcomReady Facebook page.”