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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

WA Emergency Management
@waEMD
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FEMA gave more than $10.6 million for survivors of the December 2025 floods and storms. There’s also been $14.2 million in low interest disaster loans. Know a survivor who missed it? There' a late application Use disasterassistance.gov Call the FEMA Helpline at 1-800-621-3362
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NWS Seattle
@NWSSeattle
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⚠️ Pattern Change Ahead: A front will move across our region tonight into Friday with widespread showers, and breezy southwest winds 20-25 mph. There is also a 15-20% chance of thunder Friday afternoon with a convergence zone. Remember when thunder roars, go indoors! #wawx
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NWS Spokane
@NWSSpokane
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Looking at the forecast for today, it will be dry with gusty winds up to 20-30 mph across central and eastern WA. Remain careful when outside today, especially over dry grasses. Avoid activities that could spark a fire. #WAWX
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NTSB Newsroom
@NTSB_Newsroom
Jun 25
NTSB investigating Wednesday's crash of a Cessna 195 airplane near Pasco, Washington.
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@waEMD
Jun 24
We hear all the time from folks who just don't know how to get ready for an emergency, what their first steps should be. THIS is the page to bookmark. mil.wa.gov/personal Don't have time right now? Start the discussion tonight or this weekend.
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PNSN
@PNSN1
Jun 24
Watch the live seismogram feed from the Qatar vs. Boznia-Herzegovina match at Seattle Stadium on the PNSN website here: pnsn.org/experiment/202… #SportsSeismology #WorldCup2026 #FIFAWorldCup
Bosnia-Herzegovina vs Qatar - PNSN.org
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NW Clean Air Agency
@NWCleanAir
Jun 24
When conditions are hot and dry, avoid doing ANYTHING that could spark a wildfire and unleash smoke! Roughly 85 percent of U.S. wildfires are human-caused, including by unattended campfires, burning debris, equipment malfunctions, arson, cigarettes, and other actions.
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FBI Seattle
@FBISeattle
Jun 24
Planning to fly your drone at a World Cup match? Think again! Temporary Flight Restrictions will be in place around World Cup stadiums and fan festivals. Flying a drone in these areas is prohibited and a federal crime. Check airspace restrictions using FAA-approved B4UFLY Apps or
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NWS Tsunami Alerts
@NWS_NTWC
Jun 24
From the National Tsunami Warning Center: NO tsunami, NO danger from a recent earthquake. Duty Scientists analyzed the event at 0815 PDT Jun 24: M5.6 - 115 mi NW of Sacramento. A Tsunami Information Statement for this event is posted at tsunami.gov
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@waEMD
Jun 24
If you’re hosting visitors to our region for the World Cup, please give them this message: 9-1-1 is the emergency number throughout North America and is always free to call. If you’re using an international phone, call 9-1-1 by voice.
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@waEMD
Jun 24
But an important note: Text-to-911 may not work on international devices. Also, don’t use messaging apps such as WhatsApp, Telegram or Signal to contact 9-1-1. Learn more: 911info.wa.gov/fifa.html
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Spokane Valley Fire
@SpokaneValleyFD
Jun 23
"It's sad to see this happen in an area that is enjoyed by so many in our community." SVFD Assistant Fire Marshal Ben Reece speaking with members of the media today about the investigation into a rash of suspicious and potentially dangerous fires in the Mirabeau Park area. #SVFD
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Puget Sound Clean Air Agency
@pscleanair
Jun 23
Think you can control your yard waste fire? What about the smoke? Wind shifts, smoke spreads, and suddenly your “small” burn can impact your neighbors, air quality, and safety. pscleanair.gov/170/Legal-Over…
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NWS Portland
@NWSPortland
Jun 23
A Heat Advisory remains in effect through this evening for much of the interior lowlands of NW OR & SW WA. Beat the heat! Avoid spending extended time outdoors during the hottest part of the day. Stay hydrated & take frequent breaks from the heat. Try to find air conditioning.
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