BPD says the situation resolved itself peacefully after closing the highway “out of an abundance of caution.”
Both directions of I-5 will be temporarily reduced to a single lane for a fish passage project.
Heavy rain and a rockslide are forcing the highway to reopen later than usual this year.
WSP’s preliminary investigation determined the accident was caused by a failure to yield right of way.
Both directions are shutting down on April 27 as crews build a temporary bypass for I-5 traffic.
The section of I-5 reopened on Tuesday afternoon.
WHATCOM COUNTY, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – Overnight travelers should expect some slowdowns on I-5 between […]
WSDOT announced the reopening shortly after noon on Wednesday.
Expect delays and consider alternate routes, especially with other overnight I‑5 closures south of Bellingham still in place.
Alaska Airlines is among several major U.S. carriers that are increasing their fees for checked bags as a result.