News: 1 airlifted after multi-vehicle wreck on SR-20 in Skagit County

SKAGIT COUNTY, WA — A medical helicopter was called for at least one person Wednesday morning after a multi-vehicle crash on State Route 20 near east Sedro-Woolley, reports the Washington State Patrol.

The accident occurred near Lyman Hamilton Road at milepost 72 and was first reported by Trooper Jacob Kennett at 9:11 a.m.

Officials did not say what led up to the collision, but three vehicles were involved.

At the time of the initial report, at least one patient was being prepared to be flown to an area hospital, suggesting major injuries.

The highway was shut down in both directions during the emergency response.

🚨Skagit County, WA – State Route 20 near Milepost 72 is fully blocked due to a collision involving three vehicles. Airlift is en route for at least one patient. This is a developing scene and will update as information becomes available. @wsdot_north

— Trooper Jacob Kennett (@wspd7pio) September 21, 2022

At 10:00 a.m., SR-20 remained completely blocked as tow crews worked the scene.

The roadway (SR 20) remains fully blocked at Lyman Hamilton Road (MP 72) and tow is on scene now.

— WSDOT North (@wsdot_north) September 21, 2022

As of this writing, officials have not confirmed the exact number of those injured, and no further information has been made available.

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