Headline
Headline
Back to Snoqualmie, WA News

New Narcan Pickup Site Opens at Snoqualmie Fire Station

Snoqualmie, WALocal News

The Snoqualmie Fire Department has initiated a program to distribute free Narcan, an opioid overdose reversal medication, in a partnership with the Washington State Department of Health. This initiative seeks to save lives, enhance accessibility, and shift conversations around opioid use from blame to harm reduction. Residents can pick up Narcan at the Snoqualmie Fire Station, which operates daily from 7 am to 8 pm. The station will also be included in the Naloxone Finder, a resource for locating Narcan distribution points throughout Washington. This effort aligns with the fire department's broader mission to educate the public on opioid dangers and overdose prevention.

In 2023, the department became the first in Washington to receive a grant for these educational initiatives. The program aims to empower community members to intervene in overdose situations before emergency responders arrive. By preventing overdoses, the initiative also aims to lower healthcare costs associated with emergency services.

Related Articles

Snoqualmie, WALocal News

Progress Continues on I-90SR 18 Interchange, Nighttime Closures Planned

WSDOT crews are making significant progress on the I-90/SR 18 Interchange Improvements project, which includes nighttime lane closures for paving and a pedestrian path. The westbound I-90 off-ramp will close from Sept. 19 to 22 for final asphalt application, with the project expected to be completed this fall.

Snoqualmie, WALocal News

Police Blotter E-Bike Problem Motor Vehicle Accident Juveniles in a Physical Altercation

Officers in Snoqualmie responded to multiple incidents, including a deceased individual found in a vehicle and a juvenile e-bike problem. A single-vehicle accident was reported, with speed as a possible factor, while an intoxicated female was transported to a hospital for evaluation. Investigations are underway for an assault involving juveniles and a potential burglary that turned out to be non-criminal.

Snoqualmie, WALocal News

Community Invited to Meetings on South Fork Tolt Hydroelectric Project Relicensing

Seattle starts the federal process to renew its license for the South Fork Tolt Hydroelectric Project, inviting public participation in listening sessions this fall. The project, which generates 16.8 megawatts of electricity, supports the city’s renewable energy goals and serves about 1.6 million residents. The relicensing process will involve collaboration with various stakeholders, with a formal application due by July 2027.