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LAKEWOOD, Wash. - A semi-truck carrying corn crashed into a ditch and spilled its load onto an Interstate 5 off-ramp in Lakewood on Thursday morning, forcing traffic detours.
What we know:
The crash completely blocked the southbound Exit 123 off-ramp to Thorne Lane.
Drivers traveling to Joint Base Lewis-McChord were diverted to exits 122 and 120 while crews cleared the scene.
Crash investigation near JBLM
What they're saying:
Washington State Patrol Trooper Kameron Watts said drowsy driving caused the crash. The driver, whose identity has not been released, is being cited for second-degree negligent driving.\
Washingtom State Patrol Trooper Kameron Watts said a semi-truck carrying corn crashed on an I-5 exit ramp near JBLM on Thursday, July 23, 2026.
No major injuries were reported.
Authorities have not provided an estimated time for when the ramp will reopen.
The Source: Information in this story came from the Washington State Patrol.
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