Almost 30 cars involved in pile-up collisions on SR 520 bridge overnight
Jan 14, 2020, 5:29 AM
A collision on the SR 520 floating bridge. (WSDOT)
(WSDOT)
Slick conditions caused multiple crashes and blocked all westbound lanes of State Route 520 Monday night, troopers say.
The crashes happened on the east side of the SR 520 floating bridge.
Washington State Patrol Troopers said a Metro bus and about 30 cars were involved in crashes.
Trooper Rick Johnson said there were no major injuries.
Here is another picture from the scene courtesy of LT Longoria. Approximately 30 cars involved in numerous separate collisions. Thankfully no major injuries! Drive safe tonight as the temps are below freezing. pic.twitter.com/PoiZowqZI8
— Trooper Rick Johnson (@wspd2pio) January 14, 2020
The SR 520 bridge was closed through the night while crews cleared vehicles, before reopening around 10 p.m.
A Connector bus remained at the scene to provide warmth for drivers involved in the collision.
