If you’re heading out of town, you might want to pack a mask.

Covid cases are climbing in King County and contributing to a summer surge.

Dr. Helen Chu from UW Medicine is here to talk about what’s going on with the virus and the best ways to stay healthy.

Seattle Parks Summer Aquatic Hours: https://parkways.seattle.gov/2024/05/21/seattle-parks-and-recreation-2024-summer-aquatics-hours/

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