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Snohomish County Sees First Flu Death of 2025-26 Season
13 Nov
Summary
- Woman in 60s with underlying conditions dies from flu on Nov. 8
- Flu season typically peaks between December and February
- 53 flu-related deaths in Snohomish County last season, highest in over a decade
On November 13, 2025, the Snohomish County Health Department announced the first local death from influenza for the 2025-26 season. A woman in her 60s with underlying health conditions passed away on November 8 due to complications from the flu.
"With the Thanksgiving holiday just around the corner, it's a perfect time to get your annual flu shot," said Dr. James Lewis, Health Officer for the Snohomish County Health Department. "It's a good idea to get vaccinated at least one to two weeks before a family gathering. This gives your body enough time to build up immunity and offer protection."
Last year's influenza season was particularly severe for Snohomish County, with 53 flu-related deaths reported, the highest in over a decade. The county also saw 859 flu-related hospitalizations during the 2024-25 season. In contrast, the first flu death of the previous season did not occur until early January.
