Environment
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Animal Exposure
Some animals like bats and rodents carry diseases that affect humans. Learn how to protect yourself and what to do if you think you’ve been exposed to disease from an animal.
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Community Safety
Learn about community safety.
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Drinking Water
The Drinking Water Program staff help to prevent water related illness.
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Food Safety
Browse through useful information about food safety.
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Harmful Algae Blooms
General overview of blue green algae, toxic algae and what to do during a bloom. Additional resources, FAQ’s and a Wiser Lake project link are provided
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Home Health Hazards
This page outlines some of the common home health hazards that Whatcom County residents may encounter, such as rodents, mold and lead.
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On-Site Sewage
The On-Site Sewage System Program has regulatory oversight for all on-site sewage systems in Whatcom County.
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Recreational Water Quality
View regulatory information pertaining to pools, spas, lakes and beaches.
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Shellfish Safety
Shellfish harvested from local beaches might not be safe to eat when the water is polluted, when disease-causing bacteria are present, or when algae in the water are producing high level s of toxins that can cause serious illness or death. Learn how to know when it’s safe to collect shellfish to eat.
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Waste Disposal
Explore waste disposal information provided by Whatcom County Health and Community Services.
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Wildfire Smoke
Smoke from fires can be dangerous for everyone. Fortunately there are steps you can take both before and during smoky days to protect your health.