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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 04/08/2026

Our hearts are with the communities affected by these devastating wildfires. SR 291 and SR 155 remain closed due to active wildfire response. Never drive around road closures—conditions can change in minutes. For the latest Eastern WA road closures, follow @east.wsdot.wa.gov. Stay safe.

Smoke billows in the distance. On the left, a line of cars waits to safely evacuate. On the right, a cop car is parked with their emergency lights on and the rest of the roadway remains clear for emergency responders using the lanes to travel westbound towards the fires.

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 17/07/2026

New litter PSA just dropped

Jimothy the raccoon dashes around a rainbow-gradient graphic that reads: trash belongs in the trash can, not in the median. This message was brought to you by Jimothy

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 15/06/2026

WELCOME TO WASHINGTON, SOCCER FANS. Get acquainted with our state via this highly accurate and mostly-to-scale map.

A hot mess of colorful scribbles all over a map of Washington, featuring doodles of iconic Washington features like mountains, orcas, ferries, cherries, onions, and other produce. The map emphasizes the busyness of the Seattle area, I-5, I-90, US 2, and the U.S./Canada border during the World Cup games.

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 21/05/2026

Gridlocks & glizzies, oh my! Here's what's happening this holiday weekend: -Vantage Bridge OPEN 5/22-6/1 -NB I-5 over Ship Canal Bridge reduced 2 lanes -Both directions of SR 20 CLOSED from MP 130-156 -Expect long wait times for ferry travel -Expect traffic on I-5, I-90 & US 2

Hand-drawn Memorial Day weekend “Paint Map” of Washington state showing expected heavy traffic impacts and major events from May 22–25. The map includes busy travel areas on I-5, I-90 and US 2, ferry delays, busy Canadian border crossings, Ski to Sea from Bellingham to Mt Baker Ski Area, Northwest Folklife in Seattle, Seattle Storm games, GRIZTRONICS at the Gorge Amphitheatre and the Vantage Bridge reopening all four lanes for the holiday weekend. Additional doodles include a bald eagle holding a hot dog with a thought bubble reading “This gridlock calls for a glizzy,” the iconic Subtronics cyclops, a saxophone with a rainbow coming out of it to represent artist Griz, a ferry, and large orange text reading “HEAVY TRAFFIC EVERYWHERE!!”

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 03/04/2026

Just another beautiful day of being a public servant. Let’s check the DMs — oh.

A screenshot of a direct message that reads: “am I allowed to eat the public roads? They are public and asphalt in concrete taste pretty good.”

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 31/03/2026

LAST CALL: Studded tires must be removed by March 31 in Washington. Keep them on past the deadline and risk a $137 fine from Washington State Patrol. Plan ahead, tire shops get busy. If winter makes a comeback, use approved traction tires or carry chains.

A close up of a lined winter studded tire set outdoors.

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 07/03/2026

Heads up @emeraldcitycon.bsky.social goers! I-405 in Bothell closes at 6 p.m. tonight. All lanes of NB I-405 at SR 522 and all lanes of SB I-405 from SR 527 to SR 522 will be closed until 4 a.m. Monday for ramp removal work. Consider alternate routes unless traffic is part of your origin story.

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 10/02/2026

BEEP BEEP THE HAWKS ARE BACK IN SEATTLE. And so are 750,000 of your closest friends, all coming to Seattle to celebrate our SUPER BOWL CHAMPS. So if you're heading to Seattle tomorrow, take whatever ferry, bus, train, or spinning teacup is closest to you. Please.

A map of the Seattle metro area that emphasizes just how BUSY BUSY BUSY the area will be for the SEahawks Victory Parade. The map is covered in Seahawks iconography and encourages travelers to take transit.

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 02/01/2026

When we say circle back in the new year, this is what we mean

An aerial view of a roundabout on a grassy lid that serves as a highway overpass.

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 10/12/2025

4. The way you drive in heavy rain/flood conditions should look a lot different than how you drive normally. Most importantly: Obey road closure signs and if you can't see the road, DON'T DRIVE THROUGH THE WATER.

A flyer about driving safely in wet weather. In short, the flyer emphasizes obeying detour and closure signs; not driving through water if you can't see the road under the water; slowing down; leaving extra room between cars; avoiding downed powerlines and calling 9 1 1 if you see any. Six inches of water is enough to knock a person down and will stall most vehicles

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 10/12/2025

As rain continues to fall, roads may continue to flood. Things to keep in mind these next few days🧵 1. Road conditions can change quickly, but your GPS apps may not have the most recent info. Check our travel map for the most accurate current conditions: wsdot.com/Travel/Real-...

A map of Washington state covered in yellow, orange, red and black exclamation marks. Each mark serves as an alert that denotes if a road is closed or is expected to close in the coming days.

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 31/10/2025

Labu-BOO! Remember that the scariest thing on the road tonight should be a child dressed as a pop culture reference you’re too old to understand. Be extra cautious driving today, and keep an eye out for trick-or-treaters. Happy Halloween!

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 27/10/2025

Which traffic cam spider are you today?

A grid of nine photos of spiders covering the lens of traffic cameras. They are labeled one through nine.

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 02/09/2025

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, North Cascades Highway! On this day in 1972, the final section of SR 20 North Cascades Highway opened, completing a project nearly 80 years in the making.

People standing and walking around a vintage car parked on a road, with tall, rugged mountains in the background under a clear blue sky.

Vintage promotional poster for the dedication of the North Cascades Highway, featuring an image of the road flanked by dense forests and listing the towns of Winthrop, Newhalem, and Sedro Woolley.

Vintage photo of visitors at a national park with buses parked in front and a rugged mountain range in the background.

A collage of black and white newspaper clippings featuring various scenes from the opening day of the North Cascades Highway. Images include a crowd at the ribbon-cutting ceremony, views of the scenic highway, officials giving speeches, and the Washington State Highway Commission signage.

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 27/08/2025

Hey, squad: Stay GOLDEN this Labor Day weekend by checking our travel charts, app & socials before you head out. See the best/worst times to hit the road so you don’t lose your soul to traffic: wsdot.wa.gov/travel/holiday-weekend…

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 11/07/2025

Heads up! The @cascade.org Seattle to Portland ride is this weekend! 🚴 Please use EXTRA CAUTION near cyclists as you share the road! Drivers: -Check mirrors before turning. -Give extra space when passing. -Respect cyclists' space. -Slow down on narrow/windy roads.

The route map for the 2025 Seattle to Portland Bicycle Classic ride, which uses various routes between Seattle and Portland. The full route with specific highways can be found on the STP website.

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 09/07/2025

A Wild West Weekend is ridin' into central Puget Sound with full closures on SB I-405 in Kirkland, NB I-405 in Renton, SB SR 167 in Kent (all weekend) and SB I-5 at the Seattle Convention Center (overnight Fri to Sat). Giddy up. Check the details: wsdotblog.blogspot.com/2025/07/wild...

Map of central Puget Sound highlighting Seattle, Bellevue, and Renton with route closures and event details for the Wild West Weekend. The map includes annotations for specific street closures, which center around Southbound I-5 in Kirkland, Northbound I-5 in Renton, Southbound SR 167 in Kent, and a one-night overnight closure of Southbound I-5 at the Seattle Convention Center.

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 01/07/2025

It's JULY, which means two things: 1) it's officially summertime and 2) the new SR 99 tunnel toll rates are in effect. This is part of a planned rate adjustment schedule adopted in 2018. Revenue supports ongoing maintenance, operations & repayment of construction costs. @goodtogo.wsdot.wa.gov

The image shows a table with weekday and weekend toll rates for specific times from Monday to Friday. The table is divided into three columns: "Monday through Friday," "Good To Go! Pass," and "Pay By Mail." The weekday times are broken down into different time slots with corresponding toll charges for each option. Below the weekday table, there is a section for "Weekend toll rates," listing a flat rate for both "Good To Go! Pass" and "Pay By Mail."

The toll rates for Good to Go! passholder vary between $1.25 and $2.80 depending on the time of day. The toll rates for Pay By Mail vary between $3.25 and $4.80.

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 24/06/2025

Seems like just about everyone’s gotten this one. It’s not real. REAL @goodtogo.wsdot.wa.gov texts would only ever link to MyGoodToGo.com.

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 11/06/2025

Here's the full graphic, we didn't post it to begin with because it's... a bit of a behemoth.

A very large map of Washington listing approximately 117 major WSDOT projects scheduled for this summer.

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 11/06/2025

"Why do you schedule work during (insert major event here)? Why do you hate me?" We don't hate you. But we do we have 117 major projects scheduled this summer, which means you should expect road work on your way to that Major Event. Allow us to explain: wsdotblog.blogspot.com/2025/06/send...

2025 Statewide Construction Map by WSDOT, displaying various construction projects across the state with colored markers indicating different types of activities.

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 25/05/2025

We’re aware of reports that SR 123 Cayuse Pass is still showing as closed on Google Maps. Chinook Pass is OPEN. We’ve contacted Google and have asked them to correct the error.

A map of SR 123 Cayuse Pass. The words “actually open” are written next to it.

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 23/05/2025

May is Bike Month! We were wheelie happy to see 100+ people on bikes at our Bike Everywhere Day station in Seattle last week! We asked cyclists: Why do you love biking? Here's what they told us...

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 22/05/2025

Hittin' the road for a Memorial Day weekend getaway tomorrow? Yeah, you and everyone else. Plan ahead with our forecasted travel times for I-5, I-90 and US 2: wsdot.wa.gov/travel/holid...

Traffic forecast chart for I-90 Eastbound, showing traffic conditions on Friday, May 23, 2025, with color-coded bars indicating traffic levels from light to congested.

Traffic forecast chart for US 2 Eastbound, showing traffic conditions on Friday, May 23, 2025, with color-coded bars indicating traffic levels from light to congested.

Traffic forecast chart for I-5 Northbound from the Bellingham to the Canadian border, showing traffic conditions on Friday, May 23, 2025, with color-coded bars indicating traffic levels from light to congested.

Traffic forecast chart for I-5 Southbound from Tacoma to Lacey, showing traffic conditions on Friday, May 23, 2025, with color-coded bars indicating traffic levels from light to congested.

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 19/05/2025

Wake up, Memorial Day weekend travel charts have dropped! Bottom line: Travel early or late and be prepared for delays - especially on I-5, I-90, US 2 and at ferry terminals. Check our travel charts to find the best - and worst - times to hit the road: wsdot.wa.gov/.../memorial...

A bar graph demonstrating peak and off-peak travel times from North Bend to Cle Elum heading eastbound on I-90 on Friday, May 23. According to the graph, the worst times to travel are between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. on Friday, May 23.

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 09/05/2025

Our highway speed cameras have tracked 47 vehicles going more than 100 mph on I-5 and I-90 IN ONE MONTH. Since the program began in April, we’ve mailed safety messages to more than 6,000 drivers encouraging them to lower speeds/prevent crashes. @north.wsdot.wa.gov @east.wsdot.wa.gov

Orange mobile traffic monitoring station with a camera on a highway roadside.

Portable traffic camera on an orange mobile unit positioned beside a road with passing vehicles and overcast sky.

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 07/05/2025

Hey e-bike rebate recipients, it's time to go get those bikes! Remember, these rebates are for your use only. Attempts to trade, share or sell rebates will result in their cancelation.

An electric bicycle is propped up on a cement pedestrian and bike bridge as Mount Rainier looms in the background.

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 02/05/2025

For reference, the SR 410 Chinook Pass snowbank height is equivalent to 3.33 avalanche guys.

A man in winter gear is stacked vertically 3 times against a snowbank with hand-written text nearby.

Transcribed Text:

SR 410 Chinook Pass snow banks = 3.33 avalanche guys

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 22/04/2025

Clear roads, blue skies, can’t lose. It’s officially SR 20 North Cascades Highway season.

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 16/04/2025

Crews in this area report numerous speed-related incidents and hope the presence of the camera encourages everyone to slow down. The cameras will capture images of those speeding and issue infractions, but we hope it doesn’t come to that.

An orange trailer with equipment that captures a vehicle's speed limit in a work zone.

An orange trailer with equipment that captures a vehicle's speed limit in a work zone. A man stands next to it.

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 16/04/2025

April is Work Zone Awareness Month, & we’re proud to have another tool to make things safer for people who call job sites their workplace! Our Work Zone Speed Camera Program launches today, April 16, on I-5 near JBLM/DuPont Area.

A work zone speed camera sign is on the right shoulder of I-5. It is a white sign with the text work zone speed limit photo enforced on it. There is a camera with a flash in the middle of the sign.

A work zone speed camera sign. It is a white sign with the text work zone speed limit photo enforced on it. There is a camera with a flash in the middle of the sign.

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 09/04/2025

Applications for are OPEN for e-bike rebates through WE-Bike, Washington’s first-ever statewide e-bike rebate program! You may qualify for a rebate of either $300 or $1,200 depending on your income level. Apply at this link by April 23: ebikeswsdot.aptim.com

A road alongside a body of water at sunset with a parked e-bike in the foreground.

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 26/03/2025

Thunder, lightning, heavy rain, hail, gusty winds, even a possible tornado... we could have it all on this evening's commute. Check weather and conditions before you leave, turn on those headlights and stay away from downed powerlines!

A map of the Washington state with illustrated storm clouds, lightning, hail, and text describing severe weather conditions.

Transcribed Text:

THUNDERSTRUCK
STORMY MARCH DAY
HIGHWAY TO HAIL
maybe Tornado?
ROCK or GUST

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 26/03/2025

HEADS UP for your evening commute! From our friends at @nws.noaa.gov: Widespread thunderstorms are expected later this afternoon & evening across Western Washington, along with the threat for severe t-storms. Turn on your headlights, stay away from downed powerlines and standing water.

Severe Thunderstorm Outlook map and hazard risk information for March 26, 2025.

Transcribed Text:

Severe Thunderstorm Outlook

Valid: Wednesday, March 26, 2025

Hazard Risks

Up to 15-29% Chance of severe hail (greater than 1” in diameter) o 10% Chance of 2”+ diameter hail (see black hatched area)
5-14% Chance of severe wind gusts (greater than 58 mph)
5-9% Chance of a tornado (see brown area) o 2-5% Chance of a tornado (see green area)
What Should You Do?

Monitor the latest forecasts.
Follow a TRUSTED weather source and check back frequently.
Have a plan in case of a warning issued for your area.
National Weather Service - Seattle, WA weather.gov/sew Updated: Wednesday, March 26, 2025

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 13/03/2025

Heads up from our friends at @nws.noaa.gov: Snow will impact the Cascade Passes Friday night through Sunday. Stay up to date on the latest road conditions at wsdot.com/map!

A graphic warning of snow in the forecast from Friday night through Sunday, most likely to impact I-90, US 2 and US 12.

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 08/03/2025

Celebrating some “girl plower” on this International Women’s Day. These women are all on the same @southwest.wsdot.wa.gov maintenance crew. 😎 We’re grateful for all of the women of WSDOT - for their service, their leadership and their dedication.

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 18/02/2025

TRAFFIC ALERT- NB SR 167 CLOSURE All lanes of northbound SR 167 are closed just south of I-405 in Renton due to a major collision. NB traffic is being diverted off to S 43rd St/S 180th St. Backups are several miles long and growing. No ETA for reopening, please use alternate routes!

A WSDOT traffic camera shows all lanes of northbound State Route 167 closed just south of I-405 while emergency vehicles respond to a major collision.

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 12/02/2025

Girder up, y'all! 🏗️ We are making progress on our I-5/SR 529 interchange project! Today our contractor hung girders for the new SB I-5 off-ramp to SR 529. In April, we plan to shift travelers from the temporary ramp onto the new ramp. We expect to finish the new on- and off-ramps by this summer.

Construction workers stand alongside a concrete girder being held by a crane getting it set into the right position.

A giant crane with the words oversize load on it hoists a massive concrete girder into place where the future southbound I-5 off-ramp to State Route 529 will be in Marysville.

A concrete girder is in place to support a future bridge where the future southbound I-5 off-ramp to State Route 529 will be in Marysville.

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 06/02/2025

This evening, a hot new "snow in the forecast" enters the villa. @nws.noaa.gov is expecting to see locally moderate to heavy snow Wednesday night, primarily on: - I-5 between Olympia and Arlington - I-405 corridor between Renton and Bellevue - State Routes 18, 167, 169, 202, 203, 516 and 900

Weather alert for snow in Western Washington with major routes affected; photo of a snowplow on a snowy highway.

Transcribed Text:

Snow in the Forecast Areas of Western Washington

Snow Locally moderate to heavy snow possible overnight.

Wednesday afternoon through Thursday morning

Major Interstates & Routes Affected

Interstate 5, 405, 705, 90, 18

Higher snowfall totals are more likely along I-5 between Olympia and Arlington. Snowfall may be seen elsewhere.

Issued: 3 PM February 5, 2025

Up to date road information: Use WSDOT app or wsdot.com/map

NWS Forecast: weather.gov

National Weather Service

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 05/02/2025

This morning, we had two separate incidents where our crews' vehicles were hit. Thankfully our two crew members were uninjured. But let this be a reminder to slow down, drive for conditions, remove distractions & give our crews room whether they are plowing/treating or helping at a collision scene.

Nighttime car accident scene on a wet road with a damage vehicle.

Rear view of a white pickup truck at night, showing its broken right tail light and surrounding traffic.

White utility truck with "WSDOT" lettering and a snowy background.

Rear view of a damaged road maintenance vehicle with lights on at night.

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 04/02/2025

WHAT DO YOU WANT FROM US?!

Two meme photos of the sideyeing little girl stacked on top of one another. One caption next to the top photo says Washingtonians when they want icy roads to be treated. The caption below next to the same meme says Washingtonians when our (WSDOT's) plows drive 35 miles per hour to treat icy roads.

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 04/02/2025

IMPORTANT: Coyotes frolicking in the snow content.

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 03/02/2025

This is the face of a gull that has clearly gone uphill both ways

A gull stands solemnly while snow falls around it

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 03/02/2025

Rare footage of our parents going to school back in the day.

A seagull perches on top of a street lamp near an intersection while snow falls heavily.

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 03/02/2025

Busy day to be a plow.

A snowplow drives a clear road flanked by a sheer rock face draped in icicles

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 31/01/2025

The snow is coming back. But so are we. Slow down, follow chain requirements and give our plows plenty of space to do their thing.

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WSDOT @wsdot.wa.gov · 30/01/2025

Winter is making a comeback, so be ready for it. If you're heading across the passes this weekend, have a full tank of gas and be prepared to follow posted chain requirements. Check our real-time pass conditions before you go: wsdot.com/travel/real-...

Snow is in the forecast for I-90, US 2, and US 12 Thursday night through Sunday. Be sure to check pass conditions before you travel

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