cremevax , to random
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Hi folks, it’s the weekly (that is, and environs) poop toots.

With this week's data, we're seeing plenty of Covid at all three county sites. Let's start with the West Point (WSPT) sewage treatment plant: the Sars-CoV-2 7-day rolling average more than doubled since last week. The last 7DRA number was calculated on 6/4.

WSPT is one of three King County(-ish) sewersheds in this dataset. You can find overviews, individual sewershed results, and a breakdown of variants for the state wastewater surveillance program, along with other metrics like case counts and hospitalizations for Covid-19 and other respiratory illnesses, at https://doh.wa.gov/data-and-statistical-reports/diseases-and-chronic-conditions/communicable-disease-surveillance-data/respiratory-illness-data-dashboard#WasteWater. If you go to the page and click "learn more" in the statewide view tab, you can find out lots of details about how these data are calculated and how to interpret them. The dashboard gets updated every Wednesday (generally).

Note: when the state switched over to new data providers in September, they also removed the previous historical data from the graphical interface. That's because the two providers used different methodologies that made direct comparisons difficult. Unfortunately, it also removed valuable context for interpreting the results. So, keep in mind we're just seeing what happened in September 2023 until now.

cascadepine , to random
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One of my photos was selected in the Washington Native Plant Society photo contest! 😊 This is Simpson’s Hedgehog Cactus, seen near Ellensberg, WA.

andrewbriscoe , to random
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PCT Section H Backpacking

After last weekend’s nightmare fuel, I’m in heaven once again. Hiked 2,100 feet up to a small mountain peak in the Cascades. No one around for miles. Views of Mount Hood and Adams outside my tent. Trees are blocking the light west wind. I packed out honey buns for breakfast. Couldn’t feel better. 😍🤣🏔️

#Backpacking #Hiking #WashingtonState #Outdoors #LandscapePhotography

A view of tall green forest and a creek below in the Washington Cascades. Mountain peaks in the distance with light blue sky.
A boot path up to a small mountain peak in the Cascades. Wildflowers bloom along the meadowy mountain side. Light blue sky with streaks of white clouds.
Trout Creek in a forest. Large and small rocks stick out of the water creating small rapids. Trees line the creek.

andrewbriscoe OP ,
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PCT Section H: Part 2

Enjoyed the section from Rock Creek to Wind River Road. Retreated back home Saturday evening to avoid an impending atmospheric river. Bunker Hill was the most surprising feature along this small section, wish I would’ve had the time to climb it. Current plan for this weekend is to continue north to see what the snow situation is like on the ground.

#Backpacking #Hiking #PNW #WashingtonState #Outdoors #LandscapePhotography

The Pacific Crest Trail rounds a mountain side of rocks covered by light green moss. Light green bushes on the right side of the dirt trail. Tall green trees in the distance.
The Pacific Crest Trail passes through light green grasses on both sides of the trail. A forested Bunker Hill stands prominently in the distance. Gray cloudy sky.
A shallow Wind River meanders toward the mighty Columbia. A small rock bar separates two channels. Tall green trees on the banks. Gray cloudy skies.

andrewbriscoe OP ,
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PCT Section H: Part 3

Back on the trail heading north toward the Indian Heaven Wilderness. I’m excited to see what the snow conditions are on the ground. That will determine what happens next. I don’t have an ice ax or know how to use one (yet) but I have micro spikes and the sense to turn around when it gets sketchy. 😁 Planning to explore Big Huckleberry Mountain and maybe Grassy Knoll if I can’t get too far north.

A close up view of the texture of a large burnt tree trunk. The view looks toward the light blue sky with green tree branches above.
A white backpacking tent in the middle of the forest just off the PCT. The tent is pitched among ferns and trees of various sizes.
A small wooden footbridge along the Pacific Crest Trail. A stream flows underneath and ferns, plants, and tall trees surround the path.

andrewbriscoe OP ,
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PCT Section H: Part 4

Didn’t make it as far as I imagined but I did encounter patches of snow starting around mile 2199. Went back a couple miles and camped near a spring for water. Should make it to Indian Heaven in the morning but will have to start heading south midday. I believe this is my first backpacking trip this year exploring an all new area and I’m loving it. Washington is a very beautiful and special state.

The Pacific Crest Trail travels by lush green plants with yellow flowers. A few small purple flowers are also on the right side of the trail. Tall tree trunks ahead.
The PCT traverses a grassy meadow and enters tall green trees. The trees cast a shadow on the trail. Blue sky with a couple streaks of gray clouds.
The top of Mount Hood peeks above a ridge of mountains under a light orange sunrise.

cremevax , to random
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Greetings all, it’s the weekly #washingtonstate #kingcounty (that is, #seattle and environs) #COVID #COVID19 #wastewater toots.

The West Point (WSPT) sewage treatment plant Sars-CoV-2 7-day rolling average continues to bounce around the levels its been at for weeks, with maybe a very slight uptick that’s hard to see on this graph. The last 7DRA number was calculated on 5/14.

WSPT is one of three King County(-ish) sewersheds in this dataset. You can find overviews, individual sewershed results, and a breakdown of variants for the state wastewater surveillance program, along with other metrics like case counts and hospitalizations for Covid-19 and other respiratory illnesses, at https://doh.wa.gov/data-and-statistical-reports/diseases-and-chronic-conditions/communicable-disease-surveillance-data/respiratory-illness-data-dashboard#WasteWater. If you go to the page and click "learn more" in the statewide view tab, you can find out lots of details about how these data are calculated and how to interpret them. The dashboard gets updated every Wednesday (generally).

Note: when the state switched over to new data providers in September, they also removed the previous historical data from the graphical interface. That's because the two providers used different methodologies that made direct comparisons difficult. Unfortunately, it also removed valuable context for interpreting the results. So, keep in mind we're just seeing what happened in September 2023 until now.

rochelle , to random
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"A conservative Republican activist threw a monkey wrench into the race by recruiting two last-minute Democratic candidates who share the same name as the party’s presumed front-runner."

Three Bob Fergusons now running for governor as race takes turn for the weird
https://washingtonstatestandard.com/2024/05/10/three-bob-fergusons-now-running-for-governor-as-race-takes-turn-for-the-weird/

#WashingtonState #elections #vote

cremevax , to random
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pic from .

Hope everyone came back happy with the show.

andrewbriscoe , to random
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Pacific Crest Trail: Part 1

Mount Hood looks stunning from up here on Table Mountain. I was informed by a frankly terrified-looking day hiker that black bears were seen up here last night. I’m proceeding with caution and will update you if I encounter them. 🐻🗻☀️

heidilifeldman , to random
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As many of you know already, I am especially interested in the use of #consumerProtection statutes to ground suits against irresponsible sales and marketing by member of the gun industry. In #WashingtonState, the state legislature and state AG #BobFerguson have been using this approach to deal with large capacity magazines. 1/2 #LawFedi #gunViolence #ConsumerProtection

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