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Sprinklers kept damage to a minimum in a previous fire back in January of 2021.

The fire alarm began sounding just before 3:30 AM. Arriving Everett Fire crews found the sprinkler system activated and located the fourth-floor unit where the fire had been extinguished.

Everett Police blocked off Broadway between 33rd and 34th while Firefighters shut off the sprinklers and worked to contain water damage. There were no reports of injuries.

A fire investigator has been called to the scene to determine the cause of the fire.

It was the second time in four hours that a sprinkler system limited the damage to a single unit in an apartment fire in Everett, Washington.

The Everett Police Department is partnering with students from Sno-Isle Tech Skills Center in another round of engraving identity numbers on catalytic converters. It’s a first-come, first-served event this Saturday. Here’s what you need to know from the Everett Police Department.

Once your ID number is recorded you receive this sticker for your car.

The VIN number is engraved on the Catalytic Converter which then receives a coat of red paint.

We are excited to announce that we are partnering with Sno-Isle Tech and the National Insurance Crime Bureau to have another free Project Cat Con ID event!

Sno-Isle tech’s Automotive Technology students will engrave your catalytic converter for free! The school’s Criminal Justice students will be on hand to help with traffic control.

No appointment necessary, it is a first come first serve event. We hope to see you there!

Firefighters arrived to heavy smoke on the third-floor landing.

The crew from Engine 7 was first to arrive on scene.

One of Everett’s newest firefighters has debris washed off after exiting the fire unit.

Crews bring up squeegees to remove water after the sprinkler system activation.

Shortly before midnight Monday night Snohomish County 911 received multiple calls of a fire in a third-floor unit at an apartment complex in the 12200 block of 19th Avenue SE south of Silver Lake.

Everett Fire responded along with mutual aid from South County Fire and Snohomish Regional Fire and Rescue.

Everett Fire Engine 7 was first to arrive and reported smoke coming from the third floor. They also advised the sprinkler system had been activated.

They made an offensive attack and were able to get a quick knockdown of the fire keeping it contained to one unit.

Residents of the building were able to safely self-evacuate. One person was transported by ambulance to be checked out at the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

At this writing crews were mopping up water damage and an inspector with Everett Fire was onsite working to determine the cause of the fire.

Alaska is making cancellations and accommodations as fog and 5G cell service limit the type of planes that can fly out of Paine Field. The FAA has not approved the Embraer E175 pictured here.

The folks at Propeller Airports who operate the passenger terminal at Paine Field in Everett, Washington posted the following to social media Monday after all Alaska Air Flights were cancelled at the airport. (Here’s a link to an explanation from Alaska Air)

Unfortunately, our hometown carrier has had to cancel flights due to 5G and weather. Please check your flight status with Alaska Air before heading out to Paine Field this week.

This is out of our control, and we are as frustrated as you are.

Be assured that we are working with the appropriate authorities on local and federal levels, along with our partners at Snohomish County, to assist in bringing this situation to a resolution as soon as possible.

Here’s the Advisory and additional information from Alaska Airlines

The Snohomish County Auditors has mailed out the ballots for the Special Election on February 8th. Here’s what you need to know about voting in the election.

Both Everett and Mukilteo Schools have ballot measures.

All school districts in Snohomish County will have at least one levy and/or bond measure on the ballot, except Arlington and Lakewood School Districts. Voters in these two districts will not receive a ballot. Fire District 15 will also have a ballot measure in the election.

Voters can register or update an existing registration online or by mail through Monday, Jan. 31. After Jan. 31, voters can continue to register or make updates and vote in person until 8 p.m. on Election Night, Tuesday, Feb. 8 at the Auditor’s office or at an accessible voting site during specific hours.

Most ballot drop boxes will be open to receive voted ballots. Check the list to make sure the box you plan to use is open. Drop box locations can be found at www.snoco.org/elections, as well as printed in the local voters’ pamphlet.

Additionally, voters can return their ballots by mail through the U.S. Postal Service. Ballots must be postmarked by Election Day, Feb. 8. Check the last collection time on the box if mailing on Election Day.

Snohomish County Elections has accessible voting equipment for voters with disabilities and offers last-minute voter registration and ballot issuance in Everett.

Snohomish County Auditor’s Office
1st Floor Admin W
3000 Rockefeller Ave
Everett, WA 98201

Monday through Friday – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tuesday, Feb. 8 – 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Voters who need in-person service will be required to maintain social distance and wear face coverings in compliance with federal, state, and local guidelines. Voters are encouraged to utilize online resources at www.votewa.gov and www.snoco.org/elections.

If you do not receive the local voters’ pamphlet, a PDF version is available at www.snoco.org/elections under Current Election, See What’s on the Ballot. An online guide specific to your ballot can be found by logging into your voter portal at www.votewa.gov.

If you are registered to vote and eligible for this election and have not received a ballot by Jan. 26, or have additional questions or needs, call 425-388-3444 or contact us by email at elections@snoco.org. For more information, visit www.snoco.org/elections.

Hey, it’s not always about cats and dogs. Here’s the scoop on a pair of bunny brothers available for adoption at the Everett Animal Shelter.

Birch and Bramble photo courtesy Everett Animal Shelter.