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local25 days ago•33 min saved

Whidbey Island fireworks stash sparks house explosion, injuring three firefighters

Three Central Whidbey Fire and Rescue crews responded to a Smugglers Cove Road home on Whidbey Island when a large cache of fireworks ignited, causing a massive explosion heard for miles. Two deputy chiefs and one firefighter were injured; two firefighters were treated and released, while the third underwent hand surgery and remained hospitalized at Harborview Medical Center. Two homeowners were hospitalized and are expected to recover. Three homes were damaged, with two destroyed. Investigators from Central Whidbey Fire and Rescue and the Island County Sheriff's Office are probing the fireworks quantities and types involved, and fundraising efforts have been launched to aid the injured and affected residents.

via KOMO|

#firefighters #fireworks #harborview-medical-center

local1 month ago•12 min saved

Mercer Island student dies after lacrosse-ball injury at recruiting showcase

A Mercer Island High School sophomore, Eliot Abramson, died from injuries after a lacrosse ball struck the back of his neck during a recruiting showcase at Islander Stadium; a firefighter kept him conscious until he could be rushed to Harborview Medical Center. His family said he chose to be an organ donor, and his decision will save lives as the community prepares tributes in upcoming games.

via MyNorthwest.com|

#eliot-abramson #harborview-medical-center #lacrosse

crime5 months ago•3 min saved

Bail set at $250K after Harborview trauma-room fire scare

A patient at Harborview Medical Center in Seattle damaged a trauma room, broke an oxygen line, and attempted to light items on fire, causing more than $100,000 in damages. He was restrained, sedated, and charged with arson, malicious mischief, and assault. A judge set bail at $250,000, citing safety concerns given the suspect's history and impact on the hospital's emergency department.

via KOMO|

#arson #assault #bail

local6 months ago•1 min saved

Verbal clash outside Kent coffee shop escalates to stabbing

A verbal argument outside Lula Coffee in Kent, Washington escalated into a non-life-threatening stabbing; the victim was treated at the scene and transported to Harborview Medical Center, and detectives are investigating after the suspect fled on foot.

via KOMO|

#harborview-medical-center #kent #local

crime2 years ago•1 min saved

"Two Teens Injured in Downtown Seattle Shootings"

Two juveniles were shot in downtown Seattle early Saturday morning after an altercation, with a 16-year-old in serious condition and a 17-year-old in stable condition. The Seattle Police Department has not identified any suspects yet.

via KOMO News|

#crime #harborview-medical-center #juveniles

health2 years ago•1 min saved

Breakthrough Alzheimer's Drug Administered to First Patient at Harborview Medical Center by UW Medicine

The first patient to receive the new Alzheimer's drug, lecanemab, was treated at Harborview Medical Center in Seattle. Lecanemab, approved by the FDA, has shown to reduce cognitive decline in patients with early Alzheimer's disease. Although the benefits are modest, with a 27% slowing of cognitive decline over 18 months, it is considered a step in the right direction. The drug is approved for use by patients with amyloid plaques and mild cognitive impairment or very mild Alzheimer's dementia.

via KOMO News|

#alzheimers #cognitive-decline #harborview-medical-center