A helicopter crashed at Skagit Regional Airport in Burlington on Aug. 18 when its tail struck a light pole during takeoff—two persons on board were taken to Skagit Regional Health with minor injuries while officials work with the FAA and NTSB to investigate the cause.
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On Aug. 14 at 2 p.m., the U.S. Coast Guard rescued 12 kayakers in distress between Patos Island and Sucia Island—Bellingham teams with RCMP and Washington State Park crew brought them safely to Orcas Island and credited a VHF marine radio for the prompt response.
Birch Bay residents are invited to share their views on a Whatcom County survey that examines the financial feasibility and service impacts of incorporating the area. The public survey closes Sept. 10 and a final report will be released this fall—plus a community barbecue will be held at Birch Bay State Park on Aug. 21 to update residents.
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