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Say “ferry-well” to summer with Washington State Ferries at upcoming online meetings
Posted 09/10/2024
SEATTLE – As the leaves begin to turn, Washington State Ferries’ next round of virtual public meetings will help turn the page on its busiest season. The pair of meetings will feature a question-and-answer session with WSF directors and decision-makers, who will also provide the latest information on summer travel,…
Full weekend closure of southbound I-405 in Renton begins late Friday, Sept. 13
Posted 09/09/2024
RENTON – Travelers should plan for a full closure of southbound Interstate 405 in Renton from Sept. 13-16 and an overnight closure of northbound I-405 in Renton on Sept. 15. Contractor crews working for the Washington State Department of Transportation will switch traffic to the new bridge and conduct paving work on…
Noise wall construction on I-5 in central Seattle begins Monday, Sept. 9
Posted 09/06/2024
Construction on a new noise wall that will block sound from the Interstate 5 express lanes through Seattle’s Eastlake neighborhood will get underway Monday, Sept. 9.
Airplane crash near Stevenson results in one rescue and one fatality following afternoon search
Posted 09/06/2024
One person was rescued and one person was found deceased after an airplane crashed in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest this evening.
Washington State Ferries cancels sale of retired boats
Posted 09/05/2024
SEATTLE – The Elwha and Klahowya are back on the market. Recent developments have prompted Washington State Ferries to terminate purchase and sales agreements with Nelson Armas for the decommissioned vessels.
Public can learn about construction coming to SR 509 in south King County
Posted 09/04/2024
SEATAC – People interested in learning more about the State Route 509 expressway construction work planned in SeaTac, Burien, Kent and Des Moines can visit an online open house through Friday, Oct. 25.
Four-day closure of SR 20 at Olson Creek begins Sept. 9 in Marblemount to modify fish passage
Posted 09/04/2024
MARBLEMOUNT – People traveling along State Route 20 in Marblemount the week of Monday, Sept. 9, will encounter a detour while crews perform work as part of the Olson Creek fish passage project.
Full closure of southbound I-405 in Bothell for paving Sept. 6-9
Posted 09/03/2024
BOTHELL– Travelers should plan for a full closure of southbound Interstate 405 in Bothell from 10 p.m. Friday, Sept. 6, to 4 a.m. Monday, Sept. 9 as contractor crews working for the Washington State Department of Transportation pave the roadway.
Narrow lanes and major delays start Sept. 5 on I-90 across Vantage Bridge to replace bridge deck
Posted 08/30/2024
Around-the-clock lane reductions are about to begin across the Interstate 90 Vantage Bridge as the next Starting Thursday, Sept. 5, both the eastbound and westbound lanes will be reduced from two lanes to one narrow lane in each direction. Oversized loads will be prohibited with no exceptions. Washington State Patrol…
Contract for the next stage of the SR 167 Completion Project in Pierce County awarded
Posted 08/29/2024
PIERCE COUNTY – The future 6-mile State Route 167 Expressway in north Pierce County is one step closer to completion with the Washington State Department of Transportation awarding the third of four contracts to build the tolled express way. The contract was awarded to Guy F. Atkinson, Inc., on Aug. 29, 2024 for $177.…
Slow down on ice and snow.
It's easier to skid or lose control traveling at higher speeds. Give yourself more time to stop.
Carry chains, practice installing them.
Winter conditions could mean chains are required on your route. Practice putting them on your vehicle ahead of time.
Pack your winter car kit.
Carry extra supplies like warm clothing, ice scraper and brush, jumper cables and other emergency items.