A three-vehicle crash on State Route 2 near milepost 31 left the highway completely shut down Friday and resulted in at least one death, according to officials. Troopers responded to the scene to investigate while emergency crews worked around the wreckage and traffic stacked up in both directions.
WSDOT Traffic reported that SR 2 near MP 31 was "fully blocked" after a "3 car fatality collision" and shared a message from the Washington State Patrol District 7 account. The agency also urged people to call 911 to report road hazards as responders managed the scene, according to WSDOT Traffic.
What Authorities Say
Washington State Patrol troopers from District 7 were investigating the collision and have not yet released details about how it happened or how many people were hurt. Troopers typically canvas the scene and collect statements while traffic remains closed in order to preserve evidence, according to the Washington State Patrol.
Traffic And Travel
The closure at MP 31 is causing significant backups, and drivers should expect delays on SR 2 and in nearby communities while the scene is cleared. Commuters are being urged to use alternate routes and build in extra travel time until authorities reopen the roadway.
Anyone who witnessed the crash or captured dashcam video is asked to contact troopers or call 911 with information that could help the investigation. Officials are also asking drivers to steer clear of the area so emergency crews can work safely.
