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We remain committed to addressing PFAS in the water supply with long-term removal measures.
View recent sampling results and learn more about how we are protecting water quality at cityofvancouver.us/PFAS.
ALT Recent PFAS sampling results A City employee holds a water sample.
Recent testing for PFAS in February showed that six of the City’s wellfields exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Levels for PFAS contaminants regulated by the EPA. The water production sites include Water Stations 1, 3, 8, 9, 14 and 15.
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Construction on the Water Station 14 PFAS treatment system begins this summer, with additional upgrades planned across the system. #StateoftheCity
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On February 6, 2026, at around 9:00 a.m., Vancouver Police responded to the area of NE 162nd Avenue/NE Poplar Street for the report of a vehicle vs. pedestrian collision. The female victim was transported to an area hospital but did not survive her injuries. The driver remained on scene and is cooperating with police.
The Vancouver Police Department Traffic Unit is investigating and nothing further is releasable at this time.
#vanpoliceusa
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Vancouver Police are investigating a traffic collision in the area of NE 162nd Avenue/NE Poplar Street. NE 162nd is shut down between NE 39th/NE Poplar St. in both directions while emergency personnel are on scene. Please avoid the area and prepare for detours.
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With summer coming to an end and kids heading back to school, now is a great time to share some easy tips on how to recycle and reduce waste this school year! Share other tips and tricks for recycling and reducing waste in the comments below!
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🎨July 27-31
➡️Overnight ramp closures: Mill Plain Blvd on-ramps to SB I-205 in Vancouver (9 PM-5 AM). Crews will repaint striping to add lanes and improve traffic flow.
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VPD officers are on scene with @VanFirePIO at a large structure fire near the 5100 block of NE 121st Ave.
Please stay clear of the area. We will update when more information is available.
#vanpoliceusa
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Ramp up your plans!
July 27–31: Mill Plain Blvd on-ramps to SB I-205 in Vancouver will close nightly 9 PM–5 AM.
Crews will repaint striping to add lanes and improve traffic flow.
Avoid delays — plan ahead & use a different route.
ALT Photo shows the on-ramp leading to I-5 and the ramp meters above the travel lanes.
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Happy Maintenance Monday!🚧🛠️
Buckle up Clark County, we’ve got a busy week of maintenance work and lane closures ahead.
Follow this thread for all the info.
No detouring from these updates!
Main Street Promise construction update: The intersection of Main Street and Evergreen Boulevard will be closed from mid-July through mid-August. Evergreen Boulevard will be closed from Washington Street to just west of Broadway Street.
ALT Main Street Promise Construction Update Map of Main Street from Fifth Street to 12th Street
Closures continue on Main Street between 12th Street and Mill Plain Boulevard and between Mill Plain Boulevard and 15th Street. Watch for street closures and partial closures on cross streets.
Schedules may be updated.
Businesses are open! Visit Main Street and support local businesses. Learn more about the project at: cityofvancouver.us/mainstree…
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The heat isn’t just tough on us—our furry friends feel it too! Remember to keep paws off hot pavement, provide plenty of water, and never leave pets in parked cars. Let’s keep our fur-babies cool and safe this summer.
ALT An infographic on heat pet safety with tips and information, including the statement “never leave your pets in a parked car!”
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DON'T FORGET!
We’re installing & testing wrong-way driver detection systems on NB I-5 near Vancouver.
Expect single lane & off-ramp closures at:
7/8 | 7:30A-12:30P - Exit 9 (NE 179th St)
7/9 | 8A-noon - Exit 11 (SR 502)
7/9 | 1-4P - Exit 1 (Gee Creek Rest Area)
Plan ahead!
ALT Photo shows wrong way signs written in white font with red.
Traffic impact: East Fifth Street will be closed between Reserve Street and S Street from July 7 through 11, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. This closure allows for the installation of water utilities.
Expect delays or plan to take an alternative route.
ALT City of Vancouver Public Works Traffic impact An exclamation point in a circle
We remain committed to addressing PFAS in the water supply with long-term removal measures. View recent sampling results and learn more about how we are protecting water quality at cityofvancouver.us/PFAS.
ALT View PFAS sampling results A Public Works worker samples water
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Heads up, Clark County travelers!
Tomorrow--Friday, 6/27 | from 7A–2P
The left lane of NB I-5 will close between NE 139th St (MP 8.5) & NE 179th St (MP 10) for light pole work.
Slow down, stay alert, follow signs & expect delays!
#VanWA #ClarkWA
ALT Photo shows the travel lanes along northbound I-5 near Northeast 179th Street in Vancouver.