Multi-car crash blocks Aurora Avenue early Wednesday morning
Oct 7, 2026, 6:46 AM
Traffic camera capturing police and first responders at the scene of the crash on Aurora Avenue. (Photo courtesy of SDOT)
(Photo courtesy of SDOT)
At least two cars were involved in an early morning crash Wednesday on Aurora Avenue N.
The collision occurred at the intersection of Aurora Avenue N and N 85th Street at approximately 5 a.m., blocking multiple lanes on Aurora Avenue.
Collision at Aurora Ave N & N 85th St, blocking the left 2 EB lanes and right 2 SB lanes. Use caution. https://t.co/T9TA5D29uM
— SDOT Traffic (@SDOTtraffic) October 7, 2026
The left two eastbound lanes and the right two southbound lanes were blocked, according to the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT).
By 5:30 a.m., crews cleared the roadway.
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