Seasonal Safety Tips

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Swimming safety

The City of SeaTac is offering swimming classes at Angle Lake for the summer of 2026! Classes are available for ages 4-14:

  • Wednesday/Friday: July 8-31 from 12-12:30 p.m. and 12:45-1:15 p.m.
  • Tuesday/Thursday: July 7-30 from 12-12:30 p.m. and 12:45-1:15 p.m.
  • Wednesday/Friday: August 5-28 from 12-12:30 p.m. and 12:45-1:15 p.m.
  • Tuesday/Thursday: August 4-27 from 12-12:30 p.m. and 12:45-1:15 p.m.

Registration is required for swimming lessons. To register please call 206-973-4680 or visit the SeaTac Community Center in person, located at 13735 24th Avenue S. 

Heat safety

The City of SeaTac wants to make sure its community members are prepared and protected from extreme heat events this summer. Below are tips and resources to help community members beat the heat when temperatures rise.

1. Stay Cool and Hydrated

  • Drink plenty of water throughout the day, even if you don’t feel thirsty.
  • Avoid drinks with caffeine or alcohol, as they can dehydrate you.
  • Stay indoors during the hottest parts of the day, typically between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.

2. Find Cooling Resources

  • Visit local cooling centers:
    •  SeaTac has designated cooling centers where you can stay comfortable.
  • Utilize air-conditioned spaces: Head to a movie theater, the Tukwila mall, or a King County library to cool off 

3. Recognize Signs of Heat-Related Illness

  • Heat exhaustion symptoms include heavy sweating, weakness, dizziness, nausea, and headache. Move to a cooler place, drink water, and rest.
  • Heat stroke symptoms include a high body temperature, confusion, rapid pulse, and loss of consciousness. This is a medical emergency—call 911 immediately.

4. Stay Connected

5. Prepare Your Home

  • Keep your home cool by closing blinds or curtains during the hottest part of the day.
  • Use fans to help circulate air if you don’t have air conditioning.
  • Think about how to keep your pets cool.

6. Know Where to Get Help

7. Take Precautions with Medications

  • Some medications can increase your risk of heat-related illnesses. Check with your healthcare provider to ensure you’re managing any health conditions appropriately during heat waves.

8. Emergency Contacts

  • Make sure you have a list of emergency contacts and important numbers easily accessible.

For more information, visit King County's hot weather preparedness page.

Need assistance with high utility bills?

Washington State

Department of Commerce announced its new “Clean Energy Credit” program

  • Low- and moderate-income households may apply for a one-time $200 bill credit to lower utility costs
  • For a family of four in an area with a lower cost of living, households with incomes up to $72,000 are eligible. In higher-cost areas, the same family may earn up to $110,950 to qualify.
  • Application takes less than one minute to complete

Seattle City Light

Utility Discount Program (UDP)

Eligible households can enroll in the City of Seattle’s Utility Discount Program (UDP), which offers a 60% discount on Seattle City Light bills and a 50% discount on Seattle Public Utilities bills.

Emergency Bill Assistance Program

Eligible customers may receive up to $660 per calendar year in emergency assistance to reduce their past-due balances. Households with children under the age of 18 may be eligible for up to $1320 in assistance per calendar year.

Puget Sound Energy

Bill Discount Rate (BDR) Program

Provides qualifying households with help on monthly energy bills. Depending on your household income and household size, you can save 5% to 45% a month on your bill.

Home Energy Lifeline Program (HELP)

Provides assistance for residential customers to help pay electric or natural gas bills. 

 

Page updated: June 2026