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Icy conditions and inclement weather caused a second day of travel delays and road shutdowns on Wednesday morning as drivers struggled to keep traction on Western Washington highways. Interstate 405 saw the worst of it, with multiple collisions causing all-lane shutdowns throughout the morning.
A collision on SB I-405 at NE 116th St (MP 20) in Kirkland is blocking the toll lane. State Patrol and Incident response are on scene.
— WSDOT Traffic (@wsdot_traffic) February 5, 2025
Expect some delays in the area. https://t.co/PskwPZX21y pic.twitter.com/sVPJxyTsfy
CLEARED: All lanes on NB I-405 near NE 44th St. in #Renton are open after an earlier crash. https://t.co/ni0IWryZvd
— WSDOT Traffic (@wsdot_traffic) February 5, 2025
CLEARED: All lanes on NB I-405 near SE 8th St in #Bellevue have reopened after an earlier crash. Please continue to use caution in the area. https://t.co/psvbWc7FtM
— WSDOT Traffic (@wsdot_traffic) February 5, 2025
According to the Washington State Patrol, there were around 20 crashes up and down Interstate 405 throughout Tuesday morning, and the highway was shut down twice due to collisions. First, a semi-truck was cut off and spun out of control, crashing and catching fire, shutting down northbound I-405 lanes in Renton. Then, multiple crashes in an elevated area over I-90 shut down southbound I-405 lanes while WSDOT treated the road.
Trooper Johnson with WSP reminded drivers that it’s about slowing down, and asked travelers to delay their commute if they can.
For the most recent traffic updates, visit WSDOT Traffic.
Good morning! We have more snow!
— WSDOT Traffic (@wsdot_traffic) February 5, 2025
Leave early so you don't feel rushed in this weather. Remember to give our crews room while they are out plowing and treating roads.
And a big happy National Weatherperson's Day to all of our meteorologist friends that help us do our jobs! https://t.co/Nt5huEyMyk
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