Old Highway 99 shut down after fatal crash

Mar 14, 2025, 7:41 AM | Updated: 7:43 am

Thurston County Sheriff's Office deputies respond to a fatal crash on Old Highway 99. (Photo courtesy of the Thurston County Sheriff's Office)

(Photo courtesy of the Thurston County Sheriff's Office)

BY FRANK SUMRALL

MyNorthwest Lead Editor

Old Highway 99, between 93rd Avenue Southeast and 88th Avenue Southeast, has been closed off due to a fatal collision early Friday morning, the Thurston County Sheriff confirmed.

The accident occurred near the Olympia airport.

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Drivers have been advised to use alternate routes. It is unknown when Old Highway 99 will reopen.

This is a developing story, check back for updates.

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