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State ferries welcome 1.3 million more riders in 2023
SEATTLE – Over 1.3 million more riders boarded Washington State Ferries in 2023. The 7.4% spike from 2022 pushed annual ridership to nearly 18.7 million last year.
Plan ahead: I-5 roadwork near US 101 expected to create congestion in Olympia/Tumwater
UPDATE: Center barrier work on Interstate 5 in Olympia and Tumwater is ahead of schedule and is no longer required on Sunday, Feb. 4. The change is reflected in the release below.
Westbound chain-up area on SR 18 near Tiger Mountain to move farther east, closer to I-90
SNOQUALMIE – Contractor crews working for the Washington State Department of Transportation will temporarily move the chain-up area on westbound State Route 18 to just east of the Raging River bridge in Issaquah.
UPDATE: Revive I-5 work in south Seattle postponed due to cold weather and possible snow
UPDATE: Weekend lane reductions have been postponed due to cold weather and possible snow in the Seattle area. Work has been rescheduled for Jan. 19-22.
State ferries hosting virtual meetings Jan. 17 and 18 with updates on service, fleet status
SEATTLE – Washington State Ferries will share updates on its system-wide service during two upcoming virtual community meetings.
Slow down – lives are on the line.
Drive the posted speeds, they’re there for your safety.
Phone down, eyes up.
Pay attention – both to workers directing you and to surrounding traffic.
Stay calm
Expect delays, leave early or take an alternate route if possible; no appointment is worth risking someone’s life.