News: Accident on Aurora Bridge blocks left lanes in both directions

SEATTLE, WA — Authorities were called to a wreck Thursday morning on the Aurora Bridge near Seattle’s Fremont neighborhood, according to the Seattle Department of Transportation.

The crash happened on a stretch of the bridge (Aurora Avenue South/State Route 99) near 46th Street. It was first recorded by SDOT at 8:04 a.m.

No details with regards to the cause of the accident have been shared, but both northbound and southbound left lanes were closed as a result. Motorists were advised of delays impacting the area.

By 8:19 a.m., crews had cleared the scene away from the roadway, leaving all travel lanes reopened to traffic.

Collision on the Aurora Bridge/SR-99 blocking left lanes NB and SB. Use caution and expect delays. pic.twitter.com/0M1MVrJDAL

— SDOT Traffic (@SDOTtraffic) October 19, 2023

No major injuries have been confirmed at this time.

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