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Vashon Highway closed daily Monday-Wednesday, Aug. 2-4

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 21:09:00 GMT

There will be a full closure of Vashon Highway near Quartermaster Drive from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day from Monday, Aug. 2 through Wednesday, Aug. 4, so repairs can be made to a bridge over Judd Creek. During the closure, motorists can use Southwest 204th Street/Old Mill Road Southwest as an alternate route.

310th Avenue NE closed for two weeks near Carnation

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 18:10:00 GMT

King County will be repairing a section of 310th Avenue Northeast north of Carnation starting Monday, Aug. 2 at 8 a.m. The road will be closed until Friday, Aug. 13 between Northeast Carnation Farm Road and 316th Avenue Northeast. Motorists can detour via State Route 203 and Carnation Farm Road.

Lane closure on South 272nd Street begins Aug. 2

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 15:18:00 GMT

Crews will be installing sidewalk ramps on South 272nd Street at 31st Avenue South in the Star Lake area starting Monday, Aug. 2. The work will require the westbound curb lane on 272nd Street to be closed through Friday, Aug. 13.

Lane closure at busy Renton Highlands intersection starts Wednesday, July 28

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 20:47:00 GMT

The King County Road Services Division will be installing sidewalk ramps at the intersection of Southeast 128th Street and 156th Avenue Southeast in the Renton Highlands. The project will require closing the westbound curb lane on Southeast 128th Street from 7 a.m. Wednesday, July 28 through 4 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 4.

American Red Cross Has Cool Water Tips for Warm Weather

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 16:47:00 GMT

SEATTLE, July 26, 2010 – During the warm weather, many people will be heading to the beach, pool or lake. In an effort to save lives, the American Red Cross is strongly urging you to be prepared in, on and around the water.

Following these simple water-related safety tips may help reduce the number of drownings and injuries that may occur throughout the summer.

Remember these simple tips for a great way to cool down in the water:

• Learn to swim and swim well. Contact the American Red Cross for information on learning how to swim.

• Never leave small children unattended near water – not even the bathtub – not even for a moment! Adults should practice “reach supervision,” which means to always be within arm’s length when a child is near water in case of emergency.

• Keep lifesaving gear handy. Always have on hand a lifejacket, rope, pole or other object that can be thrown to a person in trouble. Remember to have a first aid kit, cordless phone and emergency contact information by the pool.

• Know when it’s too dangerous. If you, or someone you are swimming with, appear to be too cold, too far from safety, been exposed to too much sun, or had too much strenuous activity, it is time to head for shore or signal for help. Always wear a life jacket or vest when swimming or boating in lakes and rivers.

• Eliminate temptation. Backyard pools should have self-closing, self-latching gates that remain locked when the pool is not being used. Kiddie pools should be emptied and toys removed immediately after use. Empty water pails and buckets so small children cannot fall in and drown.

• Know what you’re getting into. Check local tides, current and other condition which could be dangerous before entering open bodies of water.

• Alcohol and water does not mix. Never drink alcohol while swimming or boating.

Call your local pool for information about swimming classes. For First Aid and CPR classes in King County, please call (206) 726-3534 or visit www.seattleredcross.org. In Kitsap County please call the West Sound Service Center at (360) 377-3761or log on to www.redcross

Lane restriction on Vashon Highway July 26-30

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 22:17:00 GMT

There will be a partial closure of Vashon Highway near Quartermaster Drive from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day from Monday, July 26 through Friday, July 20 so repairs can be made to a bridge over Judd Creek. One lane will remain open. Motorists should expect delays, and are asked to follow directions from the flaggers. There will be a full closure of the road at this location Aug. 2-4 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Utility work on 196th Ave NE continues - expect lane closures

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 21:52:00 GMT

One lane will be closed on 196th Avenue Northeast east of Redmond from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day from Monday, July 26 through Friday, July 30 for utility work. The work will be occurring between Union Hill Road and Northeast 95th Street. Motorists should expect delays, and are asked to follow directions from the flaggers.

Road near 60 Acres Park closed for repairs

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 20:40:00 GMT

Northeast 116th Street at 60 Acres Park north of Redmond will be closed on the east end at 154th Place Northeast from 7 a.m. Monday, July 26 through 3:30 p.m. Thursday, July 29 for road repairs. Motorists can detour via Northeast 124th Street and Redmond-Woodinville Road.

Traffic Disruption 7/13 KDMR @ 24/25th I/S

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 02:16:00 GMT

The traffic signal controller and cabinet are being replaced tomorrow Tuesday July 13th at the intersection of Kent Des Moines Road and 24^th/25^th Ave S. The existing signal cabinet and controller equipment is over 25 years old and in need of replacement.

The change out process will begin at 9:00 AM, and will take several hours to complete. During some of this time the intersection will be dark, with no traffic signal indications, and traffic will be controlled through the intersection with flaggers and at times a police officer. Motorist’s should expect significant delays and alternate routes are recommended.

Once the new controller and cabinet have been reinstalled, signal maintenance crews will be spending time fine tuning the intersection control equipment. Our hope is to have the change-out completed before the afternoon commute.

R. Brandon Carver, P.E., P.T.O.E.
Associate Transportation Engineer

City of Des Moines
(206)870-6543

Cooling center facilities return to normal operation

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 16:03:00 GMT

King County locations are no longer operating as designated cooling centers and have resumed their normal hours and operations.

Second phase of 31st Avenue South project begins July 12

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 21:49:00 GMT

The second half of a project to improve the section of 31st Avenue South near Military Road South will begin Monday, July 12. The roadway will be repaired and repaved, which requires it to be closed from 7 a.m. July 12 until 3:30 p.m. Thursday, July 22.

Traffic restrictions on Southeast 408th Street begin July 12

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 17:52:00 GMT

Traffic will be limited to one vehicle at a time on Southeast 408th Street at 300th Avenue Southeast near Enumclaw from 7 a.m. Monday, July 12 until 4 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 12, while King County Road Service Division crews replace an aging culvert underneath the roadway. Please drive carefully through the work zone and follow directions from the flaggers.

King County cooling centers open

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 19:00:00 GMT

Stay safe. Keep cool.

Designated cooling centers have been opened in King County to assist residents during the heat wave.

King County Office of Emergency Management will update the list as communities announce their openings.

Visit:http://www.kingcounty.gov/safety/prepare/news/2010/July/cooling.aspx

Signs and symptoms of heat related illness may vary but can include: heavy sweating, paleness, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, headache, nausea or vomiting, and fainting.

Heat exhaustion can lead to heat stroke, which can cause death or permanent disability unless treated immediately. Symptoms of heat stroke include an extremely high body temperature (above 103°F); red, hot, and dry skin; rapid, strong pulse; nausea, confusion and unconsciousness.

Public Health - Seattle & King County is urging people to take precautions and monitor themselves and others for signs and symptoms of heat related illness and call for medical aid as necessary.

Be sure to drink plenty of fluids and stay in air-conditioned buildings such as public libraries and community centers, malls and movie theaters. Check on relatives and neighbors, particularly those with health issues. Never leave children or pets unattended in a vehicle, even with the windows rolled down.

More hot weather safety tips are available at www.kingcounty.gov/health/BeatTheHeat

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Prepare for hot weather

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 17:16:00 GMT

A heat wave has been predicted for the next three days. Residents can take simple precautions to keep family and pets cool and safe.

Anyone can be overcome by extreme heat, but some people are at higher risk than others. They include the elderly, the very young, and people with mental illness and chronic diseases. Signs of heat-related illness may vary but can include: heavy sweating, paleness, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, headache, nausea or vomiting, and fainting.

Family pets do not expel heat the same way that humans do, and are vulnerable to overheating very quickly, especially when the temperature is above 70 degrees. Leaving animals in a hot car can be grounds for animal cruelty charges. Animals left in a hot car, even for a short time, can suffer from heatstroke or death. Leave pets at home instead of taking them with you on errands in warm weather.

Be sure that you and your family members drink plenty of fluids and stay in air-conditioned buildings such as public libraries and community centers, malls and movie theaters. Check on relatives and neighbors, particularly those with health issues. Never leave children or pets unattended in a vehicle, even with the windows rolled down.

If cities within King County designate cooling centers over the next few days, it will be posted on the Office of Emergency Management website at www.kingcounty.gov/prepare.

More hot weather safety tips are available at www.kingcounty.gov/health/BeatTheHeat

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See http://www.kingcounty.gov/safety/prepare/news/2010/July/7Heat.aspx for a full media release issued by King County on heat safety.

Red Cross Encourages Safety During Excessive Heat

Tue, 06 Jul 2010 16:01:00 GMT

SEATTLE, July 6, 2010 — With temperatures expected to rise this week, the American Red Cross encourages individuals and families to take the necessary precautions. The very young and the elderly are especially vulnerable to the heat, so it is important that families and friends check on them regularly.People with chronic health issues are also at greater risk and need to take special care to stay healthy in the heat.

Prevent Heat-Related Illness

Dress for the heat. Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing (light colors reflect away some of the sun's energy) and plenty of sunscreen. Wear a hat or use an umbrella to help shield you from the sun.
Carry water or juice and drink frequently, even if you do not feel thirsty. Avoid alcohol and caffeine, which dehydrate the body. Make sure to check on youth and elderly to make sure they have enough fluids.
Eat small meals and eat more often. Avoid foods that are high in protein, which increases metabolic heat.
Avoid using salt tablets unless directed by a physician.
Avoid strenuous activity. If you must do something physically demanding, try to do it during the coolest part of the day, which is usually between 4:00 and 7:00 a.m. Take regular breaks to cool off.
Stay indoors as much as possible.
Be vigilant about water safety if headed to a pool or beach. Never leave a child unattended near water and keep lifesaving gear handy.
Watch for signs of life-threatening heat stroke. The person's temperature control system, which produces sweating to cool the body, stops working. The body temperature can rise so high that brain damage and death may result if the body is not cooled quickly.
Signals of heat stroke include hot, red, and usually dry skin, changes in consciousness, rapid, weak pulse and rapid, shallow breathing.
If you or someone you know experience symptoms, call 9-1-1 or your local EMS number. Move the person to a cooler place. Quickly cool the body by wrapping wet sheets around the body and fan it. If you have ice packs or cold packs, place them on each of the victim's wrists and ankles, in the armpits and on the neck to cool the large blood vessels. Watch for signals of breathing problems and make sure the airway is clear. Keep the person lying down.

Don’t forget to protect your pets.
Limit exercise to the coolest part of the day, typically early in the morning. Even in the coolest part of the day, watch for signs of trouble. Glassy eyes and frantic panting indicate a dog needs help.
Make sure your pet has constant access to shade and an endless suppl

REMINDER: Northeast 133rd Street closing for up to six weeks

Fri, 02 Jul 2010 21:01:00 GMT

The King County Road Services Division will close Northeast 133rd Street at 198th Avenue Northeast at 8 a.m. Tuesday, July 6 for a culvert replacement project. The work is expected to be completed by Aug. 12. During the closure, motorists can detour via: During the closure, motorists can detour via: Trilogy Parkway Northeast; Northeast Novelty Hill Road; Avondale Road Northeast; and Northeast 132nd Street.

South Park Bridge permanently closes at 7 p.m. tonight

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 14:04:00 GMT

Motorists are advised that the South Park Bridge on 14/16th Ave South spanning the Duwamish River will be permanently closed to pedestrians and vehicles at 7 p.m. tonight (June 30). Motorists should use alternate routes, including the First Ave. South Bridge. For more information about the bridge closure, visit www.kingcounty.gov/southparkbridge

June 28, 2010, King County Road Closure Update

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 20:56:00 GMT

The King County Road Services Division has completed the culvert installation on West Snoqualmie Valley Road Northeast three weeks early. The roadway in the 7300 block is now open to traffic.

Bridge construction - road closure coming

Mon, 07 Jun 2010 18:22:00 GMT

Construction of the North Twin Improvement Project is ready to begin Monday July 26, 2010. In order to facilitate the construction of the necessary bridge repairs and improvements, 16th Ave. S. will be COMPLETELY CLOSED - both directions south of S. 250th to S. 251st Place until probably just after Labor Day holiday weekend.

Beginning sometime AFTER Labor Day, the road 16th Ave. S. south of S.250th will be closed to southbound traffic. NORTH BOUND LANES WILL BE OPEN. This partial closure will likely be in effect through the end of the year.

Please pay attention to construction signage for detours, actual dates, etc.

We will be providing additional notices and other information about the project on the City’s website at:
www.desmoineswa.gov/dept/pub works/NorthTwinBridge.html

Dan Brewer, Transportation Engineer, City of Des Moines

(206) 870-6581

dbrewer@desmoineswa.gov