SR 18 lanes blocked after crash in Federal Way, WA
FEDERAL WAY, Wash. - All westbound lanes of State Route 18 just east of Interstate 5 are blocked in Federal Way following a Thursday morning crash.
Rollover crash blocks westbound lanes of SR 18 in Federal Way
What we know:
The Washington State Department of Transportation sent out an initial alert at about 2:40 a.m. stating that emergency crews were on the scene and the closure was expected to be extended.
Officials are asking drivers to seek alternate routes. There is no estimate for when the highway will reopen.
FOX 13 reporter Shawn Chitnis is at the scene. A Washington State Patrol public information officer is expected to provide updates soon.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
The Source: Information in this story comes from the Washington State Department of Transportation and original reporting by FOX 13 Seattle.
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