December 2, 2020 — King County recommends that you get tested for COVID-19 if you have any of these symptoms: Fever or chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, nausea, or vomiting/diarrhea. Early testing is important to … Continue reading When should I get tested for COVID-19?
Rental Assistance for SeaTac Residents
November 30, 2020 -- New funds are now available for SeaTac residents who have been financially impacted by COVID-19 and who need assistance paying their rent or avoiding eviction. If you need help making rent, visit the King County Eviction Prevention and Rent Assistance program page to apply for financial support. The King County Eviction Prevention … Continue reading Rental Assistance for SeaTac Residents
Gov. Inslee announces statewide COVID-19 exposure notification tool
November 30, 2020 -- The following message is from the Office of the Governor: Governor Jay Inslee, along with the Washington State Department of Health (DOH), today announced the launch of WA Notify, a simple, anonymous exposure notification tool to help stop the spread of COVID-19. By adding WA Notify to their smartphones, Washington residents … Continue reading Gov. Inslee announces statewide COVID-19 exposure notification tool
COVID-19 hospital occupancy is soaring in Washington state
November 25, 2020 -- The following is a message from the Washington State Department of Health: New data provide deeper insight into the impact of COVID-19 patients on hospitals OLYMPIA – COVID-19 hospital occupancy is rapidly increasing throughout Washington as the state continues to experience exponential growth in new cases. We are seeing alarming increases in … Continue reading COVID-19 hospital occupancy is soaring in Washington state
Governor Inslee Announces Additional COVID-19 Financial Support
November 23, 2020 -- On Friday, November 20, Governor Jay Inslee announced additional financial support funds for families and businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The governor was joined by Lisa Brown, Department of Commerce director, for the announcement. "We know this pandemic is taking an economic toll," Inslee said during a press conference Friday. … Continue reading Governor Inslee Announces Additional COVID-19 Financial Support
New, Free COVID-19 Test Site at Highline College Opens Nov. 20
November 19, 2020 -- The following article was originally published by Public Health - Seattle & King County: Summary A new free COVID-19 test site will open at Highline College on Friday, November 20. This new site complements free test sites already in operation in Renton, Auburn, Tukwila and Federal Way, increasing access to testing … Continue reading New, Free COVID-19 Test Site at Highline College Opens Nov. 20
SeaTac Annual Tree-Lighting Canceled
November 16, 2020 -- The City of SeaTac Parks, Community Programs & Services department has canceled this year's annual Holiday Tree Lighting event. The decision was driven by new COVID-19 restrictions from the Governor’s Stay Home, Stay Healthy Order and Public Health – Seattle & King County’s Safe Start guidance. This is the first time the … Continue reading SeaTac Annual Tree-Lighting Canceled
SeaTac Community Center Closures Through December 15
November 16, 2020 -- In compliance with Governor Inslee’s new statewide restrictions, the SeaTac Community Center is closing its fitness room and gymnasium to all activities until at least December 15, 2020. Though the Community Center has been closed since March, some amenities had been available to limited programming with reservations made in advance. Senior … Continue reading SeaTac Community Center Closures Through December 15
Prepare for Healthy Holiday Travel at SEA
November 11, 2020 — The following is news from the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA): Be ready with FlyHealthy@SEA, SEA App, and these travel tips (SEATTLE) – The number of travelers at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) during the upcoming holiday is expected to be the highest seen since the start of the pandemic. With physical distancing … Continue reading Prepare for Healthy Holiday Travel at SEA
City of SeaTac Playgrounds Now Open
November 6, 2020 — All City of SeaTac park playgrounds are now open! Please remember to wear a mask and practice social distancing while visiting. This goes for kids too! Children over the age of 5 are required to wear a mask while in public in King County, and children ages 2-4 are strongly encouraged … Continue reading City of SeaTac Playgrounds Now Open