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Chelan County issues disaster proclamation as Pomas and Sugarloaf Fires continue to spread, triggering evacuations and opening path to state and federal aid.

People who have emergencies in Chelan and Douglas Counties will be able to use a text message contact 911 starting Monday (August 28). RiverCom has been working with local fire and EMS agencies, along with state partners for many months to test and implement the new system...

Inslee stated that state agencies will need to assess all damages brought on by the storms, with the cost of repairs estimated at over $25 million.

Chelan County declared an emergency Tuesday morning after the first two cases of Covid-19 were confirmed. Commissioner Doug England called it a way to get into the trough. "It opens the door to both federal and state money. It allows programs that both have developed that go clear down to the citizens, past the county ...

With holiday travels and winter weather conditions, AAA Washington anticipates more than 14,500 roadside rescues with more than 5,000 calls needing a vehicle tow. "It's important when you hit the roads during winter weather that you take an emergency kit with you," said Kelly Just, public relations coordinator...