Because fireworks can scare pets into running away, more furry friends go missing around July 4 than any other time of the year. Regional Animal Services of King County (RASKC) has some helpful tips for keeping your beloved pets safe over the coming days, including:
- Keep your pet indoors, even if they usually stay outside
- Make sure your pet is licensed and has an ID tag or microchip
- Consider consulting your veterinarian to see if your pet may benefit from medication to keep them calm
- Don’t assume you pet won’t react even if they haven’t in the past
Learn more tips and information about what to do if your pet goes missing:
Light rail service on the new Sound Transit 2 Line will be extended into the evening on July 4. The last train from Bellevue Downtown Station to South Bellevue Station will depart at 11:48 PM and the last train from Bellevue Downtown Station to Redmond Technology Station-bound train will leave at 11:39 PM.
Find more July 4 light rail service details:
 Click the image to watch a video from King County Emergency Management about extreme heat safety
And, finally, the National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory from Friday, July 5 through Monday, July 8. A Stage 1 Burn Ban is in effect in unincorporated King County (and don’t forget, fireworks are banned anyway!). Temperatures are expected to reach into the 90s, so check out King County Emergency Management’s safety precautions and advice:
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