Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of August.
Good morning, Wenatchee.
💼 Business
The Chelan Douglas Regional Port Authority and local stakeholders are designing the second and final phase of the Trades District—a campus set aside for small-business commercial space in Douglas County.
The project will shape future use and bolster local commerce.
🌲 Environment
Washington law now permanently requires employers to provide respirators & training when wildfire smoke levels rise, protecting outdoor workers in agriculture & construction.
These rules, established permanently in 2024 after temporary measures, help limit exposure to harmful pollutants and safeguard worker health.
🏛️ Government
LINK Transit warns Wenatchee riders that buses may be pulled off the road if wildfire smoke pushes the air quality index to 849 — hazardous readings are already affecting the area.
Riders should plan for alternate transportation today and collect free N95 masks at Columbia Station.
Chelan County commissioners declared a state of emergency on Tuesday due to the Little Giant Fire, aiming to mobilize resources for the affected area.
🏥 Health
Ballard Ambulance is handing out free N95 masks today at 1028 Wenatchee Avenue from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. amid hazardous air quality (the masks come from unused COVID supplies) to help those with respiratory concerns.
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