Good morning, this is your Bellingham Local Frequency for Saturday, August 2nd, 2025. It’s a beautiful summer morning in Whatcom County, and there’s plenty happening across Bellingham to get you out and about today.First, a heads up on the weather: forecasters are calling for much warmer temperatures with dry, breezy conditions, so if you’re heading outdoors, take extra care with fire safety. This is especially important as Whatcom County, along with Sandy Point and Lummi Island fire districts, moves into a Stage 2 burn ban. That means all outdoor burning is off limits, including beach and campfires, so plan your weekend barbecues accordingly. There’s also a chance of wildfire smoke drifting through the area, so haze might be noticeable throughout the county until westerly winds start up again later in the week.If you hear about a tsunami after last night’s big earthquake far off the Russian coast, rest easy for now. Officials confirm no tsunami threat to the Washington coastline, but Whatcom County did participate in advisories just in case, demonstrating once more the importance of staying prepared for emergencies.On the roads, drivers should expect some delays. Northbound I-5 has a lane closure near Custer following a semi rollover last night. Luckily, there were no injuries reported, but do plan for possible traffic slowdowns. Looking ahead, the Department of Transportation is also planning nightly lane and ramp closures along a ten-mile stretch of Interstate 5 this coming week, so check those travel alerts and reroute if needed.Turning to local arts and community, tonight marks the grand opening of the Pickford on Grand, the city’s newest movie destination. They’re celebrating with classics like The Wizard of Oz and Casablanca, so movie lovers will want to check out the new space and enjoy some film nostalgia in style. For art fans, the Make.Shift Art Space is keeping the party going with the Radio Forever Festival art show today. Stop by for interactive installations, local history exhibits, and even a theremin you can play yourself.Families looking for fun should head downtown to the Spark Museum at 2:30 for the MegaZapper Show, an electrifying experience with high-voltage demonstrations that’s perfect for curious kids and adults alike. Later on, wind down at the Trackside Beer Garden on Laurel Street, or enjoy live music from local favorite The Dirty Pilots, playing at Skylark’s Cafe this evening.In community news, Bellingham Public Schools announced a settlement in a lawsuit over handling of student harassment reports, a reminder that the district continues to be held accountable to families and state guidelines. Finally, a reminder about beach safety: some Whatcom beaches remain closed for shellfish harvesting due to ongoing concerns, so before you head out for some clamming or oyster picking, double-check those advisories.That wraps up your Saturday in Bellingham. This has been Bellingham Local Frequency. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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