The line for the Bellingham Food Bank forms more than 30 minutes before the doors open. It's an indication of just how many people are in a similar situation to Patricia. Last year, alone, the 13 food banks in the Whatcom County Food Bank Network saw more than 800,000 visits. That's up 127% over the past two years, and shows no signs of dropping. "We have never seen an increase like this. It's unprecedented," said the Bellingham Food Bank's Stephanie Sisson. The Network now serves 23% of Whatcom County's population. READ MORE: https://www.king5.com/article/money/economy/tough-decisions-loom-whatcom-county-food-banks/281-b1feca7c-f12d-4b1d-a37c-7be9370014e9