I-5 Reopens After Hours-Long Closure Due to DUI Crash

Traffic Resumes After Rollover Incident

After a lengthy closure, all lanes of northbound Interstate 5 near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport have reopened following a suspected DUI crash.

Driver Arrested, Investigation Ongoing

A driver was taken into custody on suspicion of DUI in connection with the incident. The Washington State Patrol is investigating the cause of the crash.

Closure Details

The crash occurred early Thursday morning, August 22, 2024, at approximately 5:09 AM PDT. The closure affected all lanes of northbound I-5 near South 188th Street in SeaTac.

Timeline of Events

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5:09 AM: The crash occurred, prompting the closure of all northbound lanes of I-5.

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12:20 PM: One lane of northbound I-5 reopened.

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2:15 PM: All lanes of northbound I-5 reopened.

Traffic Diversions

During the closure, drivers were diverted off northbound I-5 and onto alternate routes.

Impact on Commuters

The closure caused significant traffic delays for morning commuters. Motorists were advised to avoid the area or use alternate routes.

Additional Information

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Washington State Department of Transportation