Items of Interest:

Grant Funds Preparation for Invasive Mussels (Mar 28, 2013)
Washington State University.
Researchers at Washington State University are preparing for a Northwest invasion of the zebra mussel - a small, distinctly striped and rather tenacious freshwater mollusk that can quickly encrust underwater surfaces. The mussels have caused significant damage in other parts of the country and pose an enormous risk to the hydroelectric infrastructure, recreational facilities and unique ecological system of the Columbia River Basin. The Columbia River Basin is one of the last major river systems in the U.S.still free of zebra mussels and the closely related quagga mussels; but possibly not for long. Once they are established in the water, they are almost impossible to eradicate.

Tsunami Debris Reaching Washington's Coastline
Washington Department of Ecology.
Some large tsunami debris, such as metal drums, boats and docks, may contain hazardous substances or invasive species. If you find debris that may pose a life-threatening risk, call 911 immediately. Report other tsunami-related debris to the Washington State Marine debris hotline: 1-855-WACOAST (1-855-922-6278). If you believe the debris may be contaminated with aquatic invasive species (AIS), please use the online Invasive Species Reporting Form. Contact DisasterDebris@noaa.gov with all other marine debris concerns and questions.

Washington Invasive Species Council: Annual Report - 2012 (PDF | 575 KB)
Washington Invasive Species Council.
This report discusses the threat invasive species pose to Washington's landscape, industry, wildlife, and people and summarizes the work of the council in 2012.

Pacific Northwest Launches "Squeal on Pigs" Campaign Targeted at Feral Swine (Jul 31, 2012)
National Association of State Departments of Agriculture.
Wildlife officials in three Northwest states (Idaho, Oregon, Washington) are intensifying their battle against wild swine by launching a campaign urging hunters, anglers, hikers and others to report any feral pig sighting on a public hotline. To report sightings or suspected sightings of feral swine in Washington, Idaho or Oregon, call toll-free (888) 268-9219.

State Specific Threats:

Nonindigenous Aquatic Species List - Washington or Display NAS by Taxonomic Group (select State)
DOI. USGS. Southeast Ecological Science Center.
Includes fact sheets, maps and collection information.

State Noxious Weed List - Washington
USDA. NRCS. National Plant Data Center. PLANTS Database.
Designated legally noxious plants.

Status of Invasive Plants - Washington / Details by State and Details by County
University of Georgia. Center for Invasive Species and Ecosystem Health. Early Detection & Distribution Mapping System.

Pest Tracker - Washington
USDA. APHIS. Cooperative Agricultural Pest Survey. National Agricultural Pest Information System.

Forest Threat Summary Viewer - Washington
USDA. FS. Eastern Forest Environmental Threat Assessment Center.
See what threats (invasive plants, insects and diseases) are in my state.

States Restricting Firewood Movement and/or Advocating Leaving Firewood at Home: Who is Affected?
The Nature Conservancy. Don't Move Firewood.