Traffic alert: Crash at west end of Highland Park Way

We’ve received two reports that Highland Park Way is closed “at the top” because of a crash that is said to involve a school bus. Heading over to check – but in the meantime, so as not to panic anyone, we will note there is no such crash on the live 911 log, which would suggest no medics summoned because no injuries. Update to come. 8:50 AM: Checking the scene, and traffic is getting around in both directions, with the help of police, though the bus is still there. Adding a photo. Via Facebook, Erik said he was at the scene when it happened about an hour ago and a car and truck appeared to have been involved too. 9:18 AM: Scene clear, according to comments.

bigjimbob November 17, 2010 (8:41 am)

only one lane closed going up the hill you have to go right.

WSB November 17, 2010 (8:44 am)

thanks, BJB – we’ll have an update in about five minutes … TR

Cclarue November 17, 2010 (8:48 am)

I got a call from Seattle Public Schools transportation dept to say my daughters bus going to Highland Park would be 35 minutes late due to a no injury head on collision with kids on the bus. So yes a school bus but no injuries per SPS.

bigjimbob November 17, 2010 (9:01 am)

As of 9am all lanes open.

datamuse November 17, 2010 (9:11 am)

I drove past it on my way to work and unfortunately couldn’t call/text in. A car was definitely involved, though; I saw a maroon sedan with a crunched hood and airbags deployed. Looked like it had hit the bus.

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