King County Sets Up Fencing to Contain Burien Homeless Encampment in Washington State

May 18, 2024, 02:49 AM

King County is taking steps to contain a homeless camp that has been encroaching on activities at a courthouse in Burien, Washington State. Fencing has been set up around dozens of tents at 6th Avenue SW and SW 149th Street. The encampment has spread into a nearby parking lot, prompting the county to act. The measure aims to manage the growing encampment and mitigate its impact on the courthouse and surrounding areas. Some residents have described the situation as being 'caged in like animals.'