COVINGTON, Wash. — According to the Washington State Department of Transportation, all lanes are currently blocked on eastbound SR 18 just west of SR 169 in Covington after a crash.
Emergency responders are on the scene, working to clear the roadway.
According to the Washington State Patrol, two vehicles were involved. One driver, traveling westbound on State Route 18, crossed the median and struck a vehicle traveling eastbound.
Both drivers were life-flighted for their injuries.
The passenger of the eastbound vehicle died at the scene.
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WSP expects to close the roadway as a helicopter is flown in to fly out an injured person.
The public is advised to avoid the area if possible or prepare for delays as they continue to grow.