FedEx Semi-Truck Crashes on Interstate 5 South near Northgate
By Accident.NEWS
Publish Date: July 3, 2023
Driver taken to hospital, I-5 blocked for five hours
A FedEx semi-truck met with an unfortunate accident on Friday night, causing chaos on Interstate 5 South near Northgate. The aftermath of the crash resulted in packages being scattered across both sides of the freeway.
According to Washington State Patrol, the incident occurred when the truck attempted to halt abruptly in order to avoid a collision ahead. Unfortunately, this sudden maneuver caused the driver to lose control of the vehicle. As a result, it collided with the left barrier and subsequently rolled onto its side, obstructing multiple lanes.
Emergency services swiftly responded to the scene and promptly transported the driver to a nearby hospital for medical attention. Meanwhile, authorities were faced with the arduous task of clearing up debris and ensuring public safety along I-5.
The repercussions of this incident were significant as traffic remained at a standstill for approximately five hours while crews worked diligently to remove obstructions from both carriageways. Commuters experienced substantial delays during this period as alternate routes became congested due to diverted traffic.
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Tags: Washington, Accident, Traffic, Truckcrash, I5, Seattle, Fed Ex, Northgate, Package
Incident at a Glance
- Vehicles:
- FedEx semi-truck
- State:
- Washington
- City:
- Northgate
- Location:
- Interstate 5 South near Northgate
- Date of Incident:
- 2023-06-30
- Time of Incident:
- Friday night
Interstate 5 South near Northgate
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