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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 23h

Just a little #hopecore before heading into the weekend 🥲 As ecosystems and coasts change, our Coastal Zone Management program remains dedicated to protecting our beautiful coasts. We do it for the environment and for the animals and people that live, work, or play there, no matter the challenge.

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 15/10/2026

This winter, Ecology will embark on an ambitious year-long study of air quality conditions across the state. Specially equipped vehicles will zigzag across Washington, providing high resolution data about an alphabet soup of air pollutants.

A white vehicle with air monitoring equipment on its roof is parked near a field.

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 15/10/2026

Downtown Olympia is preparing for a glow up, and we want your input. We’re gathering comments on our draft supplemental environmental impact statement (SEIS) for the Deschutes Estuary Restoration Project here: deschutesestuaryproject.org 🏞️

An image rendering shows an estuary at high tide on sunny day with birds flying in the sky.

A rendering shows an estuary at low tide on sunny day with birds flying in the sky.

An image rendering shows two plant- and tree-lined walking paths with several people enjoying a sunny day.

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 14/10/2026

Curious about oil spill prevention and response for Washington and beyond? 🛢️ Join us on Nov. 19 for the Pacific States/British Columbia Oil Spill Task Force meeting: oilspilltaskforce.org/task-force-e...

A person wearing a vest, high-visual jacket, and a hard hat shows off a diesel monitor on a dock.

A person wearing an orange high-visual vest and a hard hat takes a selfie in front of a boat on a dock.

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 14/10/2026

Kevin is watching… he’s always watching 👀 But let’s be real, you don’t need Kevin keeping an eye on you to know how simple it is to use a car litter bag. It’s convenient & makes it easy to do the right thing when no one is watching. And to us, that’s a big flex. Learn more at LitterFreeWA.org/simple

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 13/10/2026

Did you get scared? 👻 Don't worry – we have a plan to do something about spooky diesel pollution! Our Diesel Reduction Combined Funding Program is now accepting grant applications to replace diesel vehicles and equipment through December 10: ecology.wa.gov/about-us/pay...

A diesel truck driven by a skeleton goes down the highway and the exhaust coming from it look like ghosts. The text says, "Diesel pollution trying to haunt us. We're not scared! Our Diesel Reduction Combined Funding Grant Program replaces diesel vehicles & equipment. Apply today!"

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 12/10/2026

For many communities in Central and Eastern WA, it was another summer of smoky skies. This photo of Tonasket shows smoke from the Sinlahekin Fire, which burned over 150,000 acres in Okanogan County.

Smoke in the air over a downtown street.

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 07/10/2026

Have you seen the latest car accessory trend? Meet Bág de Litteur ✨ Receipts, snack wrappers and empty coffee cups finally have a place to go. Less car clutter, less roadside litter. Practical? Yes. Chic? We think so.

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 06/10/2026

¡Queremos escuchar de ti! Ecología propone volver a emitir el permiso de residuos peligrosos para el Complejo Ross de la Bonneville Power Administration (BPA), ubicado en 5411 NE Highway 99, Vancouver, WA, 98666.

El texto dice: “Queremos escuchar de usted. Bonneville Power Administration, Complejo Ross: Permiso de desechos peligrosos. Periodo de comentarios públicos:

5 de oct.— 18 de nov. de 2026

Visite ecology.wa.gov/BPA-Comment. Pagado por el Departamento de Ecología de Washington.”

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 05/10/2026

We want to hear from you! Ecology is proposing to reissue the dangerous waste permit for the Bonneville Power Administration (BPA), Ross Complex located at 5411 NE Highway 99 in Vancouver, WA 98666. We invite you to review and comment on the dangerous waste permit renewal and supporting documents.

A large blue facility building is surrounded by yellow grass on a sunny day. The text says, “We want to hear from you. Comment on the Bonneville Power Administration Dangerous Waste Permit-Ross Complex. Public comment period: Oct. 5—Nov. 18, 2026. Visit ecology.wa.gov/BPA-Comment. Paid for by the Washington Department of Ecology.”

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 01/10/2026

Kevin pasó por su primer lavado de coches y salió con algo más que un carro limpio. 🚗🫧 Nuestros socios, AutoSpa y The Wave Car Wash, regalarán bolsas reutilizables para basura durante la primera semana de octubre, hasta agotar existencias. ¿Quieres una?

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 01/10/2026

Kevin went through his first car wash & came out with more than a clean ride. 🚗🫧 Our partners AutsoSpa & The Wave Car Wash are giving out free reusable litter bags during the first week of October, while supplies last. Want one? Find a participating location at LitterFreeWA.org/simple @wsdot.wa.gov

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 30/09/2026

We choose you to save your food from the landfill this Food Waste Prevention Week! 🫵 Small changes in how you store your ingredients can make them last longer and taste better. And the impact on your wallet? IT’S SUPER EFFECTIVE! ⚡

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 28/09/2026

We brought out the big boss for this one because we get it! We all want to feel safe eating food and food date labels can be really helpful for that. However, “best by,” “use by,” and “sell by” dates aren’t always a hard line.

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 23/09/2026

Our Bellingham Bay cleanup turned 30 this year, and yes, it’s thriving ✨ If you visit the waterfront today, you might never guess it used to be almost all heavy industry that left contaminated soil and sediments—and with the help of our partners, we’ve removed 211,000 tons of it!

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 22/09/2026

We’re looking for teams with innovative waste reduction projects to join our NextCycle Washington program! ⭐ The six-month business accelerator program offers technical help, resources, and peer networks. Apply by Oct. 30 at www.nextcyclewashington.com/apply 🧑‍💻

A group photo of people cheering in a conference room. The text above says, "NextCycle WA applications are OPEN! Apply by Oct. 30. Visit nextcyclewashington.com/apply."

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 21/09/2026

¡Queremos escuchar de ti! 💬 Ecología continúa los esfuerzos de limpieza en el sitio Boeing Developmental Center (BDC) en Tukwila, WA. Las operaciones pasadas en el sitio han generado contaminación del suelo y el agua subterránea.

La imagen superior muestra una vista aérea del Boeing Developmental Center, que incluye edificios industriales para investigación de contaminantes y varios estacionamientos. El texto dice: “Queremos saber tu opinión. Comenta sobre la limpieza del Boeing Developmental Center en Tukwila. Período de comentarios públicos: 21 de septiembre–23 de octubre de 2026. Visita ecology.wa.gov/BDC-Comment. Pagado por el Departamento de Ecología del Estado de Washington.”

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 21/09/2026

We want to hear from you! 💬 Ecology is continuing cleanup efforts at the Boeing Developmental Center (BDC) site in Tukwila, WA. Past operations at this facility have resulted in soil and groundwater contamination. We invite you to review and comment on the draft cleanup documents now available.

The top image is an aerial view of the Boeing Development Center, which includes industrial buildings for contaminant research and several parking lots. The text says, “We want to hear from you. Comment on the Boeing Developmental Center cleanup in Tukwila. Public comment period: Sept. 21-0ct. 23, 2026. Visit ecology.wa.gov/BDC-Comment. Paid for by the Washington Department of Ecology.”

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 16/09/2026

What happens when you combine clean water funding & a passion for functioning septic systems? Septic system success! 🌟 We partner with local communities, governments, & a nonprofit lender, Craft3, to help fund septic inspections, repair, & replacement of septic systems for homeowners across WA.

A large construction vehicle sits next to a trench filled with two big black pipes in a yard.

Five large green tubes in the ground connect to various pipes with a body of water in the background.

Image of septic system repair with three workers.

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 15/09/2026

And the biggest slay of them all is that the bull trout population will grow from here. 🐟 This restored area, Gold Creek, is home to a genetically distinct bull trout population found nowhere else on earth – and they’re at risk of extinction.

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 14/09/2026

Join the EPA on Wednesday, Sept. 16 for an information session about the ongoing time-critical removal action at the Cosmo Specialty Fibers facility in Cosmopolis, WA. The session is from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the City of Cosmopolis City Hall, located at 1300 1st St., Cosmopolis, WA 98537.

EPA contractors wearing yellow hazmat suits are outside and assessing a chemical storage tank. The text below the image reads, “Attend the Cosmo Specialty Fiber removal action information session. Wednesday, Sept. 16 at 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.; City of Cosmopolis City Hall, 1300 1st St., Cosmopolis, WA 98537.”

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 14/09/2026

This is your sign to check on your septic system ✨ We know it’s not the most glamorous topic, but the reality is that one-third of households (nearly 1 million homes!) in Washington have a septic system to manage their wastewater.

The sky at sunset has pink clouds with text over it that says, “We know that we know talking about your septic system can be a little...gross. so let us distract you with some pretty photos. (it’s a pain in the butt, but we have to talk about it before it becomes a pain in your butt).”

The sky at sunset has pink and orange clouds. There are sparkles and hearts around text that says, “Schedule regular maintenance. Pump the tank every 3-5 years to remove sludge buildup and have routine inspections so problems can be caught early.”

It is a sunny day with a blue sky and fluffy clouds at a marina. Text surrounded by sparkles and butterflies says, “Clear the outlet filter. Your septic tank may have an outlet baffle with a filter that can clog. Wear proper protective equipment like gloves, mask, and goggles before working inside the tank.”

The sun is beautifully setting with yellow and orange clouds at a lake surrounded by trees. Text surrounded by golden sparkles says, “Check your septic lid. The septic tank lid keeps harmful gases contained and prevents accidents. Make sure your lid is securely attached and free of cracks, broken screws, and warping.”

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 09/09/2026

We’re still looking for your feedback! After 14 years, the new draft for Hanford’s Sitewide Permit (Revision 9A) is open for public input now to Oct. 27: ecology.wa.gov/REV9A 🥳 Rev. 9A includes safe, consistent requirements that protect the environment & human health from dangerous waste.

Three people in business wear are standing together and looking excited in front of a table that is decorated with balloons. The text says, “Comment on the Hanford Sitewide Permit through Oct. 27.”

Six large double shell tanks are under construction at the Hanford Site.

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 04/09/2026

We got a first-hand look at one of the longest running school-based air monitoring partnerships. For more than 40 years, this ORCAA site has provided detailed information about the air students and neighbors are breathing, allowing folks to make important decisions about their health.

Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland, Thurston County Commissioner Emily Clouse, and State Representative Lisa Parshley handle an Ecology-designed SensWA air monitor.

Two SensWA air monitors, designed and built by Ecology, installed on the roof of ORCAA’s air monitoring site at Mountain View Elementary School.

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 04/09/2026

What a perfect classroom design to demonstrate the power of partnership! 👏📚 Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland joined us & Puget Sound Clean Air Agency last week for a tour of the Olympic Region Clean Air Agency’s (ORCAA) air monitoring site at Mountain View Elementary School in Lacey.

Photo credit: ORCAA. Congresswoman Strickland joins a conversation on air monitoring capabilities in a Mountain View Elementary School classroom.

ORCAA staff point out the different air monitoring devices installed on top of a newly built shelter

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 04/09/2026

We want to hear from you! 💬 Ecology is looking for comments on the proposed amendments to the Shoreline Management Act. The public comment period is open now to Nov. 17. Learn more about the rulemaking and share your thoughts here: ecology.wa.gov/sma-rulemaking

A view of a foggy, cloudy day at the beach with wood on the shore. The text says, "Comment on the Shoreline Management Act proposed rulemaking. June 16, 2025, 8 a.m. – Aug. 15, 2025, 11:59 p.m. Visit ecology.wa.gov/sma-rulemaking."

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 03/09/2026

Basic human (and fish) needs: 1. Water 2. Oxygen 3. Did we mention water, like the cool, clean kind? 🌊🐟 Good thing we’re investing in water quality improvement projects! Over the last two years, we’ve supported 196 organizations and 340 projects through our clean water funding programs.

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 02/09/2026

Washington está aceptando comentarios relacionados a un nuevo estudio sobre los sistemas de almacenamiento de energía en baterías (BESS). Asiste a una de nuestras reuniones: 15 de septiembre, a las 9 a.m. o 23 de septiembre a la 1 p.m. O, comparte tus comentarios con nosotros antes del 1 de octubre.

Una colección de grandes contenedores blancos con baterías almacenadas en su interior, sobre pavimento. Detrás pueden verse líneas de transmisión eléctrica y una franja de árboles verdes. "Queremos escuchar de usted. Haga sus comentarios sobre el Documento de alcance para sistemas de almacenamiento de energía en baterías. Periodo de comentarios públicos: 1 de septiembre - 1 de octubre 2026
Reuniones virtuales: 15 de septiembre a las 9 a.m; 23 de septiembre a las 1 p.m. Visite ecy.wa.gov/bess."

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 02/09/2026

Washington is gathering input on a new study about battery energy storage systems (BESS). Join one of our meetings on Sept. 15 at 9 a.m. or Sept. 23 at 1 p.m. or leave a comment sharing your input by Oct. 1! To learn more, visit ecy.wa.gov/bess

Large white storage containers with batteries inside are next to each other on pavement. Behind them are transmission power lines and a green tree line. The text says, "We want to hear from you. Comment on the Battery Energy Storage
Systems Scoping Document. Comment period: Sept. 1 - Oct. 1, 2026
Public meetings: Sept. 15 at 9 a.m; Sept. 23 at 1 p.m. Visit ecy.wa.gov/bess."

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 28/08/2026

Every year we get hundreds of reports about dumped oil. A single quart can foul more than 100,000 gallons of water. Please report oil spills by calling 1-800-OILS-911 (1-800-645-7911) or let us know about other environmental problems at ecology.wa.gov/erts.

People in a street surround a drum that was just fished out of the water and a crane.

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 28/08/2026

On Tuesday, we returned with a U.S. Forest Service crew to remove the drums. We don’t have an exact figure for the recovered oil yet, but it was easily more than 100 gallons. USFS also removed tires that had been dumped into the creek.

An overhead shot of a group of people standing in a creek repairing a drum with a hole in it.

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 28/08/2026

Our responders removed the smaller containers from the creek. Unfortunately, the drums couldn’t be safely moved so we patched the holes and placed boom to capture any oil leaks.

A wide view of a creek has a person with a safety vest on. The creek has drums, buckets, and tires inside.

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 28/08/2026

When our spill responders arrived on scene on Sunday night, they found four 55-gallon drums and about 20 smaller buckets dumped into the creek. They contained motor oil and other automotive fluids.

A creek has an oil spill with several buckets, tires, and red 55-gallon drums in the water.

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 28/08/2026

We didn’t know we had to clarify that 55-gallon drums full of contaminants shouldn't be used for target practice, but please, don’t do that. 😅 Thank you, U.S. Forest Service – Mt Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest for helping us clean up Jackman Creek, a tributary to the Skagit River east of Concrete.

A crane lifts a red 55-gallon drum out of a creek while someone directs and watches.

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 27/08/2026

If you want to know the status of a property, check out the EPA’s Interactive StoryMap at www.epa.gov/wa/2026-east.... Thank you for doing this necessary work so well, EPA.

A sign is staked in the grass that lets people know that household hazardous materials removal is completed.

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 27/08/2026

EPA is working as quickly and as safely as possible to complete this work. And did we mention that safety is our number one priority? We want to be as thorough as possible.

Three people in hazmat suits and safety gear sort through hazardous materials left from a fire.

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 27/08/2026

Before further recovery work can start in Eastern Washington, we need our partners at the EPA to help us safely remove household hazardous materials like paint, oils, cleaners, pesticides, and batteries, especially lithium-ion ones. Why?

A person in a hazmat suit and safety gear puts hazardous material in a trash-bag-lined bucket.

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 27/08/2026

“Why do properties affected by wildfires have to wait for hazardous materials removal? What’s the hold up?” We hear you and we want to talk about it.

Three people in white hazmat suits and protective gear remove items from a home that was burned during the wildfires.

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 25/08/2026

It’s true, El Niño has entered the chat. We can’t say for certain yet, but forecasts predict an over 90% chance of it becoming “very strong.” Meaning, increased chances for a warm winter with low snowpack, which may cause another drought in 2027 & lower water supply next summer.

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 22/08/2026

After the devastating fires in Eastern WA, we’re working with EPA crews to remove hazardous household materials like paint, cleaning supplies and batteries from homes impacted by wildfires – and at no cost to homeowners. Then, safe cleanup can begin.

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 20/08/2026

¿Quieres ayudar a crear el futuro de la energía limpia en Washington? El Clean Energy Siting Council desea escuchar tus comentarios sobre el Borrador de la Guía de Justicia Ambiental para Proyectos de Energía Limpia.

¡Queremos escucharte! Asiste a nuestra reunión pública para compartir tus comentarios sobre el Borrador de la Guía de Justicia Ambiental para Proyectos de Energía Limpia. Miércoles 2 de septiembre a las 5 p.m.

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 20/08/2026

Kinda chic to improve water quality and soil health. 🌱 We recently joined the Spokane Conservation District at the Hangman Creek watershed workgroup meeting to see a demonstration of a clean water solution in action: no-till farming. And spoiler alert, it blew conventional farming out of the water!

Two rainfalls simulators are side-by-side. The left one is a no-till farming example with nearly 100% water retention. The right one is a conventional farming example with significant water runoff.

A muddy river with steep banks covered with trees and a dam in the background on a partly cloudy day.

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 19/08/2026

Want to help shape Washington’s clean energy future? We're gathering input on a draft Environmental Justice Toolkit for Clean Energy Projects. 📅 Join a meeting to learn & share your thoughts on Wednesday, Sept. 2 at 5 p.m. Learn more and register here: ecology.wa.gov/events/sea/c...

The image shows an illustrated environment with trees, a river, a house, and large windmills in the middle. The text on the left says, "We want to hear from you! Join our public meeting to give feedback on our Draft Environmental Justice Toolkit for Clean Energy Projects on Wednesday, Sept. 2 at 5 p.m."

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 19/08/2026

Can we get a round of applause for the Lummi Tribal Sewer & Water District? 👏 They recently upgraded the Gooseberry Point Wastewater Treatment Plant, and on July 21, this Ecology-funded project earned them the EPA’s PISCES Award!

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A cement structure holding dark water with trucks and buildings in the background on a sunny day.

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 18/08/2026

Is it too early to do a spooky-themed post? 🫣 But honestly, it’s not that spooky and we promise you don’t have to run! With the Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act, we’ve been dedicated to making your bathroom a safer place for you and the environment. How exactly?

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 13/08/2026

What happens when 180 coastal experts gather for the annual meeting of the state Coastal Hazard Resilience Network? A flood of ideas! 🌊 This year, a record-breaking number of people attended the annual conference—signifying Washington’s growing investment in coastal climate resilience. 👏

People are gathered in a room, socializing and looking at posters.

A large group of people sit in an auditorium and watch a presentation on a monitor.

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 12/08/2026

Y’all, our social media manager doesn’t need to worry…and neither do you with our new interactive safer shopping guide! We got this 💪 This guide is an easy, “one stop shop” that helps you see which products may contain harmful chemicals and how we’re working to make products safer for you.

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 10/08/2026

We're continuing cleanup efforts at the Exterior Wood site located at 2685 Index Street in Washougal. Past wood treating operations at this facility have resulted in soil & groundwater contamination. We invite you to review & comment on the draft cleanup documents: ecology.wa.gov/ExteriorComment 💬

An aerial view of a facility and its parking lot has text on top of it. The text reads, "We want to hear from you. Comment on the Exterior Wood cleanup in Washougal. Aug. 10 - Sept. 12, 2026. Visit ecology.wa.gov/ExteriorComment. Paid for by the Washington Department of Ecology."

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 08/08/2026

Ecology continues to coordinate with the US Coast Guard on the response to a sunken fishing vessel at Fisherman's Terminal in Seattle. Spilled oil is being contained by hard boom and collected using vacuum skimmers and absorbent materials. An estimated 800 gallons of product remains on board.

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 07/08/2026

Ecology was notified by the US Coast Guard and is responding to the sinking of a commercial fishing vessel at Fisherman's Terminal in Seattle. Absorbent boom has been deployed. At this time there are no reports of impacted fish or wildlife.

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