A crash involving multiple semi-trucks blocked northbound I-5 in Lewis County, causing major delays.
TOLEDO, Wash — All lanes of northbound Interstate 5 are blocked near Toledo in Lewis County after three semi-trucks crashed Monday morning.
The Washington State Department of Transportation first reported the crash at 7:43 a.m. It occurred near milepost 60, which is near the interchange with state Route 506.
It involves three semi-trucks and is expected to be an involved clean-up, according to WSDOT. Cleanup crews are on the scene with 20 bags of absorbent and a sweeper.
Traffic is getting by using the on- and off-ramps at milepost 60.
An earlier crash on northbound I-5 about 5 miles north of the semi crash is also causing back-ups. In that incident, a car struck a WSDOT attenuator truck that was blocking one of the lanes for maintenance, according to Washington State Patrol.
Drivers should expect delays and use alternate routes.
Track KING 5’s traffic resources to help you navigate western Washington roads and get to your destination safely.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
To ensure diverse coverage and expert insight across a wide range of topics, our publication features contributions from multiple staff writers with varied areas of expertise.
