BELLINGHAM, WA – Washington state’s newest order, intended to combat the increase of COVID-19, has stricter requirements for face coverings. In addition to wearing masks in stores and other enclosed spaces, the new order requires mask use in public, businesses to enforce mask use by customers, and employers to provide masks for their employees. Starting […]
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Whatcom Unified Command honors COVID-19 responders
This holiday weekend, Whatcom Unified Command (WUC) honors our nation’s independence as well as the resilience, diversity and compassion of those who have been working to protect our community during the global COVID-19 pandemic. Since WUC was activated on March 16, the objective has been to prevent and mitigate the spread of COVID-19 locally, minimize […]
Whatcom County Health Department offers 4th of July gathering guidance
BELLINGHAM, WA – This Saturday is the 4th of July. While many look forward to this holiday and its traditions, this year is different. The sponsored fireworks shows in Bellingham and Blaine have been canceled, and large gatherings and parties are not allowed in Phase 2. The Whatcom County Health Department encourages all county residents […]
Whatcom Unified Command distributes masks to aid compliance
Earlier this week, the state announced that face coverings are required in public, effective June 26. The order, in addition to Washington Safe Start, is intended to reduce the spread of COVID-19 as businesses reopen and outdoor activities increase. According to a news release from the state, “wearing a face covering can help save lives… […]
Whatcom County is not eligible to apply for Phase 3 this week
Whatcom County will not be eligible to apply for Phase 3 of Washington State’s Safe Start reopening plan on Friday, June 26th. Friday marks three weeks since we moved into Phase 2. Unfortunately, we do not meet all of the eligibility requirements to move to Phase 3 at this time, and we will not be […]
Whatcom County not eligible to apply for Phase 3 this week
June 23, 2020 Whatcom County does not meet the eligibility requirements to move to Phase 3 of Washington State’s Safe Start reopening plan and will not be applying to move into Phase 3 later this week. Friday, June 26, marks three weeks since Whatcom County moved into Phase 2 of the reopening plan; however, with […]