Bellingham Area Air Quality Advisory Issued

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  State Fire Marshal’s Office issued an air quality advisory on July 13, 2026No usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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  The air quality advisory warned residents about health risks from wildfire smoke“Exposure to wildfire smoke can lead to a range of health issues, particularly for sensitive groups such as children, the elderly, and individuals with pre-existing respiratory or cardiovascular conditions. The toxic gases and fine particles in smoke can exacerbate asthma, cause respiratory infections, and lead to other serious health problems.”
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  The advisory specifically highlights risks for childrenNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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  The advisory specifically highlights risks for the elderlyNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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  The advisory specifically highlights risks for people with respiratory or heart conditions“Exposure to wildfire smoke can lead to a range of health issues, particularly for sensitive groups such as children, the elderly, and individuals with pre-existing respiratory or cardiovascular conditions.”
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  The advisory recommends using air filters at home“Use air filters in your home to ensure a safe space for respite from outside smoke.”
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  The advisory recommends using respirators outdoors when smoke is present“When outside, use a respirator to filter out smoke from the air.”
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  Two wildfires are currently active in WashingtonNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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  The B and O Fire is 2,000 acres“This fire is estimated at 2,000 acres and growing.”
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  The B and O Fire is in Okanogan County“July 9, 2026 Okanogan County – State fire assistance has been mobilized under the Washington State Fire Services Resource Mobilization Plan in support of local firefighters working to contain the B and O Fire located in Okanogan County, near the town of Okanogan.”
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  The Ryegrass Coulee Fire is 600 acres“This fire is estimated at 600 acres and growing.”
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  The Ryegrass Coulee Fire is in Kittitas County“July 8, 2026 Kittitas County – State fire assistance has been mobilized under the Washington State Fire Services Resource Mobilization Plan in support of local firefighters working to contain the Ryegrass Coulee Fire located in Kittitas County, near Vantage.”
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  Both fires are growing“This fire is estimated at 2,000 acres and growing. It is burning in grass and brush, and is threatening homes, infrastructure, and public safety. ... This fire is estimated at 600 acres and growing.”
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  Both fires have triggered Level 2 and Level 3 evacuations“Level 2 and Level 3 evacuations are in effect at this time.”
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  The State Emergency Operations Center is at Level 2 activation“The State Emergency Operations Center at Camp Murray is activated to Level 2, partial activation, to help coordinate state assistance for the B and O Fire.”
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  The State Emergency Operations Center is coordinating response efforts“The State Emergency Operations Center at Camp Murray is activated to Level 2, partial activation, to help coordinate state assistance for the B and O Fire.”
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  State fire resources have been mobilized to assist local crews“State fire assistance has been mobilized under the Washington State Fire Services Resource Mobilization Plan in support of local firefighters working to contain the B and O Fire located in Okanogan County, near the town of Okanogan.”