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SEATTLE - The northbound I-5 ramp to the West Seattle Bridge is currently blocked due to a garbage truck fire.
What we know:
The fire broke out around 12:30 p.m. Monday, and the off-ramp remains blocked as of 2:15 p.m.
Fire crews are on scene. Smoke from the truck fire is also causing delays on northbound I-5.
Washington State Patrol District 2 Public Information Officer Rick Johnson says the garbage truck must dump its load, as the fire must be completely extinguished before the truck can be moved.
Drivers headed to West Seattle are asked to use alternate routes. The off-ramp to South Columbian Way remains open.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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The Source: Information in this story came from the Washington State Department of Transportation.