News: Accident closes westbound Stewart St near Seattle’s Westlake Center

SEATTLE, WA — Authorities responded to a collision early Sunday that blocked all westbound lanes of Stewart Street in downtown Seattle, according to the Seattle Department of Transportation.

The crash happened at the intersection with Westlake Avenue, near Westlake Center, northeast of Pike Place Market. It was first reported by SDOT at 1:55 a.m.

Details remain limited, but the westbound road remained closed for nearly an hour, suggesting a major accident. Motorists were advised to use extra caution and to avoid the area.

There is a collision on Stewart St at Westlake Ave blocking all westbound lanes. Use caution and seek alternate routes. pic.twitter.com/m71JsE651J

— SDOT Traffic (@SDOTtraffic) January 22, 2023

By 2:54 a.m., crews had cleared the scene and all lanes were reopened to traffic.

UPDATE: All clear on Stewart St at Westlake Ave

— SDOT Traffic (@SDOTtraffic) January 22, 2023

Authorities have not released any information regarding potential injuries.

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