Archive for January 2015

Early Concrete Pour This Friday

This Friday, January 23, work will begin early on building the first set of mechanical pads for the new HVAC units located on Levels 4 and 5 of the Forest zone. A pump truck is schedule to arrive at Seattle Children’s at 8 a.m. followed shortly thereafter by the arrival of a concrete truck.

Pouring for the mechanical pads is anticipated to start shortly after both trucks are set up on the property. We apologize for any inconvenience. Read full post »


Increased Construction Activity in January

This month, multiple projects are taking place at Seattle Children’s as we continue to expand and improve our facilities. As a result, you will see an increase in construction activity around the hospital campus in the coming weeks.

The projects include relocation to our ophthalmology clinic located on the southeast portion of our campus; construction of an exterior porch and patio in conjunction with the new Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine Unit; and build out on three floors in the Forest zone. Read full post »


Potentially toxic algae reported at Magnuson Park Dog Beach—keep your pets away until further notice

DogOn Thursday, Seattle Parks and Recreation was notified about a blue-green algae present at the Magnuson Park Dog Beach. The algae substance is currently being testing by the Washington Department of Ecology to determine if it is toxic.

Until this issue is resolved, it is very important to keep your pets away from the dog beach and the water. Algal blooms that are toxic can poison animals, wildlife, and people. Read full post »