Driver Hung Upside Down in Vehicle Overnight

A Kirkland driver was found this morning hanging upside down in his vehicle overnight after a high speed chase.

Police say they witnessed the driver run a red light and then fled police reaching speeds over 100 MPH. The driver flipped the car and crashed traveling on I-405.

Police believe alcohol was a factor.


Thank you to KIRO.

Earthquake Preparedness: What To Do Before an Earthquake

Check for earthquake hazards

Fasten shelves securely to walls.

Place large or heavy objects on lower shelves and store breakable items such as bottled foods, glass, and china in low, closed cabinets with latches.

Hang heavy items such as pictures and mirrors away from beds, couches, and anywhere people sit.

Brace overhead light fixtures.

Repair defective electrical wiring and leaky gas connections. These are potential fire risks.

Secure a water heater by strapping it to the wall studs and bolting it to the floor.

Repair any deep cracks in ceilings or foundations. Get expert advice if there are signs of structural defects.

Store weed killers, pesticides, and flammable products securely in closed cabinets with latches and on bottom shelves.

Identify safe places indoors and outdoors

Under sturdy furniture such as a heavy desk or table.

Against an inside wall.

Away from where glass could shatter around windows, mirrors, pictures, or where heavy bookcases or other heavy furniture could fall over.

In the open, away from buildings, trees, telephone and electrical lines, overpasses, or elevated expressways.

Have disaster supplies on hand

Flashlight and extra batteries.

Portable battery-operated radio and extra batteries.

First aid kit and manual.

Emergency food and water.

Nonelectric can opener.

Essential medicines.

Cash and credit cards.

Sturdy shoes.

Make sure the whole family knows the plan

Make sure children know how to call 911 and how to tune into emergency radio broadcasts

Teach family members how and when to turn off water, gas, and electricity

Have an earthquake drill

Have a plan to reunite after a disaster if family is separated

Have an out of state family member or friend as an emergency contact in case local friends and family are not reachable due to the disaster


Thank you to FEMA

Burien Car Show Event

New Laws Protect Tenants Against Forclosed Homes

Tenants across the country are being forced to leave the homes they rent due to foreclosure.

According to the Seattle Times, "The number of foreclosures on all types of houses in the state is up nearly 50 percent from a year ago and rising, driven by unemployment and a weak housing market." A national group estimates that a whopping 40% of these foreclosed homes are rented.

But new state and federal laws are to be enacted to protect tenants who find themselves in this situation.

Prior to the new law, tenants who were told they had to move due to foreclosure had just 20 days after the sale to move out-- however many moved in just a few days in fear of losing their possessions. And what's more is that the owner was not required to provide notice before they filed an eviction lawsuit.

The new federal law which went into effect May 20th requires tenants to continue to pay rent until 90 days after the sale of the foreclosed home or until the end of their existing lease, whichever is longer.

The new state law which goes into effect July 26th doesn't require tenants to pay rent to the new owner, does not require the owner to honor the existing lease, and tenants must move out within 60 days of being notified of the sale.

Although generally, federal law trumps state law. But experts say in cases where the laws conflict, the provision that provides tenants the greatest protection should apply.

A total of 23,705 homes foreclosed in Washington State in 2007, up 27.95% from 2006.

June: Graduate Results

We moved 40 people from high risk rates to low-cost Preferred rates this last month through our Exclusive Graduate Department. That brings us to a total of 259 for the year!

Our top savers this last month... (These savings are per 6 month terms!)

Ben O - Enumclaw - $937

Maria A - Seattle - $773

Richard S - SeaTac - $734

Robert T - Seattle - $698

David D - Kent - $697

Robert L - of Orting - $578

Patricia K - Tacoma - $544

Jaime D - Kent - $510

Kathleen C - Edmonds - $499

Anatoliy V - Tacoma - $424

Kathleen C - Edmonds - $499

Kid's Club Carnival CANCELED

Unfortunately, the Kid's Club Carnival has been canceled. But we plan to have this next year.

Donations to Northwest Harvest are still encouraged at any of our office locations. This last quarter we raised a monetary donation of $282.

Celebrating the 4th: Local Firework Shows

Like last year, many cities are banning fireworks within city limits. But this doesn't mean you can't enjoy the displays! See the full list of local fireworks shows and displays.


City: Bellevue - www.bellevuedowntown.org/events
Event: Symetra Family Fourth
Place: Bellevue Downtown Park
Date: July 4th
Time: 6:00 p.m. to late evening Radio simulcast on 94.1 KMPS & 106.1 Kiss FM
City: Burien - www.swkcc.org
Event: 4th of July Family Days (No Fireworks)
Place: Downtown Burien S.W. 153rd Street
Date: July 4th
Time: 3:00 p.m. to 6 p.m.

City: Des Moines - www.desmoineswa.gov/index.html
Event: Fireworks Over Des Moines
Place: Des Moines Marina, 22307 Dock Ave S.
Date: July 4th
Time: 10:00 p.m.

City: Kent - www.kentarts.com
Event: 4th of July Splash, Fireworks Display
Place: Lake Meridian Park
Date: July 4th
Time: noon - late evening fireworks at dusk

City: Kirkland - www.celebratekirkland.org
Event: 4th of July Celebration
Place: Marina Park
Date: July 4th
Time: 10 p.m.

City: Lacey - www.capdevco.com
Event: 43rd Annual 3rd of July Fireworks Spectacular
Place: South Sound Center
Date: July 3rd
Time: 5:30 - 10:00 p.m. fireworks at 10:15p.m.

City: Lynnwood - www.ci.lynnwood.wa.us/parks
Event: Star Spangled Celebration
Place: Lynnwood High School Athletic Complex
Date: July 4th Time: 6 - 10:15 p.m.

City: Renton - www.ci.renton.wa.us
Event: Fabulous Fourth of July
Place: Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park
Date: July 4th
Time: Events mid morning to 9:30 p.m. fireworks 10:00 p.m.

City: Seattle - www.familyfourth.org
Event: Family 4th at Lake Union
Place: Gas Works Park
Date: July 4th
Time: Noon through late evening (televised KING 5, simulcast on, JACK 96.5 FM, or KZOK 102.5 FM)