Tuesday, July 22nd, 2025

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Good morning, Port Angeles. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 22nd of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A mountain lion injured a 4-year-old child near the Victoria Overlook area at Hurricane Ridge after rangers were notified at about 3:15 p.m. Sunday and later dispatched the animal Monday—paramedics transported the child by LifeFlight to a Seattle Level 1 Trauma Center for treatment. Peninsula Daily News
- ➤ The National Park Service closed Hurricane Ridge Road and trails near Victoria Overlook after a mountain lion attacked a four-year-old child on Sunday, July 20, and Clallam 2 Fire-Rescue transferred the child via LifeFlight to a Level 1 Trauma Center in Seattle—park officials reported that the area is expected to reopen later today after the cougar was located and killed. My Clallam County
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A fuel spill near the Elwha River caused by a tanker truck overturn on Highway 101 forced Port Angeles to switch to stored reservoir water and issue a 'Do Not Drink' order until tests confirmed safety at 5:15 p.m. on Sunday — Governor Bob Ferguson visited the site as cleanup efforts continue. My Clallam County
- ➤ Gov. Bob Ferguson visited the scene of a tanker truck crash on Sunday that spilled 3,000 gallons of fuel into Indian Creek—a tributary of the Elwha River west of Port Angeles—which killed hundreds of fish and temporarily disrupted the city’s drinking water until tests confirmed it was safe. Peninsula Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The National Park Service closed Hurricane Ridge Road—its surrounding area and trails—on July 20 due to an incident under investigation that may be linked to a wildlife issue involving a park visitor, while the Heart o’ the Hills Campground remains open. Officials are working on a news release and advise visitors to avoid the area until further notice. My Clallam County
- ➤ Clallam County commissioners ratified an emergency declaration after a fuel truck accident on Highway 101 caused a leak that contaminated Indian Creek and led to a drinking water ban that was lifted Sunday (responders worked quickly over the weekend). The board also appointed Rick Burns to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board and discussed a grant for victim services as well as a CHIP grant application that may help Habitat for Humanity fund a 45-unit project in Carlsborg. Peninsula Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Port Angeles athletes had a dramatic weekend in sports as car driver Pyper Alton battled chaos at Evergreen Speedway when a broken bolt ended her race and Wilder Senior Baseball Club clinched the Pacific Northwest Babe Ruth 18U championship to earn a ticket to the World Series. Olympic Peninsula Rowers finished strong at Budd Inlet Regatta in Olympia—preparing for upcoming events at Hollywood Beach on Saturday and the Coastal Regatta on Sunday. My Clallam County
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Port Angeles Lefties vs. Bellingham Bells
6:35-9:35 p.m. — Civic Field — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an exciting summer collegiate baseball matchup between the Lefties and Bells.
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Olympic Peninsula Resource Co-Op
9 AM – 2 PM — Port Angeles DSHS — Free entry — Connect with local service and resource providers for health, food, childcare, and housing support.
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Port Angeles Lefties vs. Wenatchee AppleSox
6:35-9:35 p.m. — Civic Field — Tickets required — Experience thrilling collegiate baseball as the Lefties take on the AppleSox in a vibrant atmosphere.
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Port Angeles Lefties vs. Victoria HarbourCats
4:59-7:59 p.m. — Civic Field — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling collegiate baseball with rising stars from the West Coast League.
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Clallam County Fair
9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. — Clallam County Fairgrounds — Admission fee varies — Experience family-friendly entertainment and activities at this annual fair in beautiful Port Angeles.
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Olympic Peninsula Resource Co-Op
9 AM – 2 PM — Port Angeles DSHS — Free entry — Connect with local providers for health care, food, and housing resources.
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