A shooting at Seattle Center during the Bite of Seattle festival near the Space Needle wounded several people, as authorities urged the public to avoid the area while investigators responded. Casualty reports varied, with some outlets citing four victims including a child, while others reported two fatalities and multiple injuries; Harborview Medical Center confirmed treatment for multiple patients. Eyewitnesses described panicked crowds and children among those affected as shots rang out during the weekend event. Police and emergency services evacuated the area and established an active scene as investigators seek to determine shooter(s) and motive. The incident is a developing, rapidly evolving investigation with limited initial details, and updates are being issued by multiple local and national outlets. The Bite of Seattle festival, a long-running event, was in progress at Seattle Center when the shooting occurred.