Kingdome’S Days Numbered

Wed., Feb. 23, 2000

The date for imploding the Kingdome has been narrowed to March 19 or 26. The blast will likely take place about 8:30 a.m.

Nearby residents and business owners were informed of the tentative dates Monday, as contractors distributed fliers to the Kingdome’s neighbors.

Early April was ruled out because the Seattle Mariners’ home opener is April 4, and contractors would rather take down the Dome before traffic increases at nearby Safeco Field.

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