How long could it take for Western to vaccinate everyone 16 and older from COVID-19?

Rough estimates by The Bellingham Herald show that though Gov. Jay Inslee announced Wednesday that he is opening COVID-19 vaccination to all adults in the state 16 and older, it could take Whatcom County until at least July to get everybody who is eligible vaccinated.

It could take even longer, depending on the supply of vaccine Whatcom County receives.

The governor announced the shift in the state’s timeline at a virtual press conference Wednesday afternoon. Previously, he had suggested it was unlikely the state would open up eligibility to all adults substantially ahead of the May 1 deadline set by President Joe Biden.