10:06 PM: Police are arriving at the scene of a two-vehicle crash reported at California/Dakota, with at least two people hurt.

11:06 PM: Police have just reopened the street. We went to the scene after a report that one vehicle had ended up on the lawn of a church – First Lutheran Church of West Seattle (WSB sponsor) – is on the southwest corner – but all we could see was one vehicle on the sidewalk. We’re following up with SFD regarding the people who were hurt.

ADDED 9:45 AM MONDAY: SFD responded:

There were four patients, and all were in stable condition:

14-year-old-male, not transported to the hospital
15-year-old-female, not transported to the hospital
16-year-old-female, transported by AMR to HMC
17-year-old-male, transported by AMR to HMC

(AMR is the private ambulance service, usually indicates a less-serious injury/illness than would require transport by an SFD medic unit.)
11:21 AM: A reader citing family involvement says the boy listed as 14 is actually 15 and the girl listed as 15 is 16.

11:59 PM: Police were checking out simultaneously dispatched reports of crashes at Fauntleroy/39th and Fauntleroy/Avalon. First they reported the two were likely related; now they’ve told dispatch that a pole is down at Fauntleroy/Avalon and the signal lights are out. (No outage on the City Light map, though.) Meantime, radio exchanges also indicate a driver is being investigated for suspected DUI in the midst of all this. Avoid the area.

1:22 AM: Tried to get close enough to see the pole, but couldn’t. We can report, however, that traffic is getting through the area, and the only light affected is where Avalon and Fauntleroy meet – 35th/Avalon/bridge signals are working. If the pole in question has to be repaired/replaced, you may see city crews there later, though.

6:03 AM: Good morning! It’s Friday, December 26, 2025, and as a lone weekday between a holiday and a weekend, this should be a bit quieter.

WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET

The forecast says more rain is expected, west wind in the morning, high in the mid-40s. Sunrise will be at 7:56 am; sunset at 4:23 pm.

SCHOOL’S STILL OUT

Winter break continues (most if not all schools reopen Monday, January 5).

TRANSIT TODAY

West Seattle Water Taxi – Regular West Seattle service resumes, fall/winter schedule.

Washington State Ferries – The Triangle Route has its third boat back; the winter schedule starts Sunday, per WSF’s alerts page.

Metro buses – They’re back on the regular weekday schedule and routes in our area.

SPOTLIGHT TRAFFIC CAMERAS

High Bridge – Here’s the main camera, followed by the Fauntleroy-end camera:

Low Bridge – Here’s the westward view. Also note, maritime-opening info is available via X (ex-Twitter):

1st Avenue South Bridge:

Delridge cameras: In addition to the one below (Delridge/Genesee), cameras are also at Delridge/Juneau, Delridge/Henderson, Delridge/Oregon, and video-only (so you have to go to the map), Delridge/Holden and Delridge/Thistle.

MORE TRAFFIC CAMS: All functioning traffic cams citywide are here (including links to live video for most); for a quick scan of West Seattle and vicinity-relevant cameras, see this WSB page.

See a problem on the bridges/streets/paths/water? Please text or call our hotline (when you can do it safely, and after you’ve reported to authorities if they’re not already at the scene) – 206-293-6302. Thank you!

9:40 AM: The wind alert has been downsized to a Wind Advisory, with gusts possible to 45 mph.

10 AM NOTE: Marina mentioned in a comment that there was another crash toward the southwest end of the westbound bridge, in the “welcome” area. Two vehicles, no serious injury. According to police radio, this has just been cleared.

Earlier:

6:09 AM: Good morning! It’s Wednesday, December 24, 2025, Christmas Eve.

WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET

A High Wind Warning alert is in effect 10 am-7 pm, with gusts of up to 60 mph possible. Also, the forecast predicts more rain, high around 50. Sunrise will be at 7:56 am; sunset at 4:22 pm.

SCHOOL’S OUT

Winter break continues.

TRANSIT TODAY

West Seattle Water Taxi – Regular West Seattle service, fall/winter schedule. No service on Thursday (Christmas Day).

Washington State Ferries – The Triangle Route gets its third boat back today, resuming “the regular three-boat schedule with the Sealth as the #3 vessel,” per WSF’s alerts page.

Metro buses – They’re on the regular weekday schedule and routes in our area. On Thursday, they’ll be on the Sunday schedule.

SPOTLIGHT TRAFFIC CAMERAS

High Bridge – Here’s the main camera, followed by the Fauntleroy-end camera:

Low Bridge – Here’s the westward view. Also note, maritime-opening info is available via X (ex-Twitter):

1st Avenue South Bridge:

Delridge cameras: In addition to the one below (Delridge/Genesee), cameras are also at Delridge/Juneau, Delridge/Henderson, Delridge/Oregon, and video-only (so you have to go to the map), Delridge/Holden and Delridge/Thistle.

MORE TRAFFIC CAMS: All functioning traffic cams citywide are here (including links to live video for most); for a quick scan of West Seattle and vicinity-relevant cameras, see this WSB page.

See a problem on the bridges/streets/paths/water? Please text or call our hotline (when you can do it safely, and after you’ve reported to authorities if they’re not already on scene) – 206-293-6302. Thank you!

6:02 AM: Good morning! It’s Tuesday, December 23, 2025, second full day of winter.

WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET

The forecast predicts a mostly dry, cloudy day, high in the mid-40s. Sunrise will be at 7:55 am; sunset at 4:21 pm.

SCHOOL’S OUT

Winter break continues.

TRANSIT TODAY

West Seattle Water Taxi – Regular West Seattle service, fall/winter schedule. No service on Thursday (Christmas Day).

Washington State Ferries – The Triangle Route is getting its third boat back, WSF has announced:

After successful vessel repairs, we’re returning to three-boat service on the Fauntleroy/Vashon/Southworth route.

Tuesday, Dec. 23: The route will be on the two-boat schedule. Starting in the afternoon, the Sealth will run as the third, unscheduled vessel.

Wednesday, Dec. 24: The route will be back on the regular three-boat schedule with the Sealth as the #3 vessel.
We know the past few weeks on two-boat service have been challenging. Thank you for your patience during this service disruption as we repaired vessels.

This is from WSF’s alerts page.

Metro buses – They’re on the regular weekday schedule and routes in our area. On Thursday, they’ll be on the Sunday schedule.

SPOTLIGHT TRAFFIC CAMERAS

High Bridge – Here’s the main camera, followed by the Fauntleroy-end camera:

Low Bridge – Here’s the westward view. Also note, maritime-opening info is available via X (ex-Twitter):

1st Avenue South Bridge:

Delridge cameras: In addition to the one below (Delridge/Genesee), cameras are also at Delridge/Juneau, Delridge/Henderson, Delridge/Oregon, and video-only (so you have to go to the map), Delridge/Holden and Delridge/Thistle.

MORE TRAFFIC CAMS: All functioning traffic cams citywide are here (including links to live video for most); for a quick scan of West Seattle and vicinity-relevant cameras, see this WSB page.

See a problem on the bridges/streets/paths/water? Please text or call our hotline (when you can do it safely, and after you’ve reported to authorities if they’re not already on scene) – 206-293-6302. Thank you!

(Added: SDOT image)

1:52 PM: Thanks for the tip. Avoid 35th north of Fauntleroy for a while – a crash is blocking, No serious injuries, so no SFD dispatch, but SPD is there.

2:52 PM: SDOT says the scene has cleared.

6:01 AM: Good morning! It’s Monday, December 22, 2025, first full day of winter.

WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET

The forecast suggests a morning break in the rain, still soggy otherwise, high in the upper 40s. Sunrise will be at 7:55 am; sunset at 4:21 pm. (Though the days are now getting longer, sunrise hasn’t hit its latest point yet – on Saturday it will be at 7:57 am, and there it will stay until moving back starting January 6.)

SCHOOL’S OUT

It’s winter break.

TRANSIT TODAY

West Seattle Water Taxi – Regular West Seattle service, fall/winter schedule. No service on Thursday (Christmas Day).

Washington State Ferries – The Triangle Route is still on two boats, and will be on a weekend schedule Thursday, according to WSF’s alerts page. When you’re waiting to get onboard, Vessel Watch will show you which boat is where.

Metro buses – They’re on the regular weekday schedule and routes in our area. On Thursday, they’ll be on the Sunday schedule.

SPOTLIGHT TRAFFIC CAMERAS

High Bridge – Here’s the main camera, followed by the Fauntleroy-end camera:

Low Bridge – Here’s the westward view. Also note, maritime-opening info is available via X (ex-Twitter):

1st Avenue South Bridge:

Delridge cameras: In addition to the one below (Delridge/Genesee), cameras are also at Delridge/Juneau, Delridge/Henderson, Delridge/Oregon, and video-only (so you have to go to the map), Delridge/Holden and Delridge/Thistle.

MORE TRAFFIC CAMS: All functioning traffic cams citywide are here (including links to live video for most); for a quick scan of West Seattle and vicinity-relevant cameras, see this WSB page.

See a problem on the bridges/streets/paths/water? Please text or call our hotline (when you can do it safely, and after you’ve reported to authorities if they’re not already on scene) – 206-293-6302. Thank you!

7:01 PM: Reported by a reader:

#1: Truck with ~30 ft long boat on trailer is turned around wrong way but stationary on the West Seattle Eastbound to the right side of the shoulder at the WA99 exit. Emergency vehicles signaling to move around.

# 2: White Jeep off-road (at least the passenger side airbag went off) right after Admiral off-ramp from West Seattle Bridge Westbound. While emergency crews are onsite, the accident has closed the right lane, making a dangerous exit off of the West Seattle Bridge at Admiral.

So far, emergency-radio exchanges indicate neither resulted in a serious injury.

(SDOT image via X.com)

9:54 PM: Police are still having trouble getting an appropriate tow rig for incident #1, according to radio discussion between officers and dispatch.

10:47 PM: Officers just told dispatch they’re closing the eastbound bridge ramp to 99 “for a bit” to “get this boat out of here” – after four hours.

11:09 PM: Now they’re going to have to shut down the eastbound bridge in its entirety.

5:35 PM: Thanks to the texter who sent photos from a crash at 59th SW and SW Admiral, reporting that it’s blocking the eastbound side. SPD and SFD responded; one possible injury was reported, but not described as serious. They’re awaiting tows.

6:01 PM: Officers just told dispatch “the roadway is back open.”

6:01 AM: Good morning! It’s Friday, December 19, 2025, last day of school before winter break (dismissal is one hour early for Seattle Public Schools).

WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET

The forecast is for a chance of showers, breezy, high in mid-40s. Sunrise will be at 7:53 am; sunset at 4:19 pm.

(added) TREE TROUBLE

A texter says a tree that fell across 48th SW atop the hill to/from Lowman Beach has not yet been cleared. (photo added)

TRANSIT TODAY

West Seattle Water Taxi – Regular West Seattle service, fall/winter schedule.

Washington State Ferries – The Triangle Route will continue on two boats until further notice. Check WSF’s alerts page for changes; Vessel Watch will show you which boat is where.

Metro buses – They’re on the regular weekday schedule and routes in our area.

SPOTLIGHT TRAFFIC CAMERAS

High Bridge – Here’s the main camera, followed by the Fauntleroy-end camera:

Low Bridge – Here’s the westward view. Also note, maritime-opening info is available via X (ex-Twitter):

1st Avenue South Bridge:

Delridge cameras: In addition to the one below (Delridge/Genesee), cameras are also at Delridge/Juneau, Delridge/Henderson, Delridge/Oregon, and video-only (so you have to go to the map), Delridge/Holden and Delridge/Thistle.

MORE TRAFFIC CAMS: All functioning traffic cams citywide are here (including links to live video for most); for a quick scan of West Seattle and vicinity-relevant cameras, see this WSB page.

See a problem on the bridges/streets/paths/water? Please text or call our hotline (when you can do it safely, and after you’ve reported to authorities if they’re not already on scene) – 206-293-6302. Thank you!

6:00 AM: Good morning! It’s Thursday, December 18, 2025.

WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET

The forecast is for more rain, breezy, high in the low 50s. Sunrise will be at 7:53 am; sunset at 4:19 pm.

STADIUM ZONE

The Seahawks host the Los Angeles Rams for Thursday-night football, 5:15 pm.

TRANSIT TODAY

West Seattle Water Taxi – Extra night runs tonight because of that football game. Otherwise, regular West Seattle service, fall/winter schedule.

Washington State Ferries – The Triangle Route will continue on two boats until further notice. Check WSF’s alerts page for changes; Vessel Watch will show you which boat is where.

Metro buses – They’re on the regular weekday schedule and routes in our area.

SPOTLIGHT TRAFFIC CAMERAS (note that some SDOT cams are having trouble as of 6 am)

High Bridge – Here’s the main camera, followed by the Fauntleroy-end camera:

Low Bridge – Here’s the view looking west. Also note, maritime-opening info is again available via X (ex-Twitter):

1st Avenue South Bridge:

Delridge cameras: In addition to the one below (Delridge/Genesee), cameras are also at Delridge/Juneau, Delridge/Henderson, Delridge/Oregon, and video-only (so you have to go to the map), Delridge/Holden and Delridge/Thistle.

MORE TRAFFIC CAMS: All functioning traffic cams citywide are here (including links to live video for most); for a quick scan of West Seattle and vicinity-relevant cameras, see this WSB page.

See a problem on the bridges/streets/paths/water? Please text or call our hotline (when you can do it safely, and after you’ve reported to authorities if they’re not already on scene) – 206-293-6302. Thank you!

6:03 AM: Good morning! It’s Wednesday, December 17, 2025.

WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET, WITH WIND ALERT

The National Weather Service wind alert for our area continues until 10 am:

*Wind Advisory says 20-30 mph southwest wind, gusting to 40 mph, is still possible until mid-morning..

The forecast otherwise is for a chance of rain and snow, high in the 40s.

Sunrise will be at 7:52 am; sunset at 4:18 pm.

TRANSIT TODAY, WITH FERRY ALERT

Washington State Ferries – UPDATE: Southworth has reopened, as noted in a comment. Meantime, the Triangle Route will continue on two boats until further notice. WSF’s alerts page has the details; Vessel Watch will show you which boat is where.

Metro buses – They’re on the regular weekday schedule and routes in our area, although the flooding elsewhere in King County has had some effects.

West Seattle Water Taxi – regular West Seattle service, fall/winter schedule.

SPOTLIGHT TRAFFIC CAMERAS

High Bridge – Here’s the main camera, followed by the Fauntleroy-end camera:

Low Bridge – Here’s the view looking west. Also note, maritime-opening info is again available via X (ex-Twitter):

1st Avenue South Bridge:

Delridge cameras: In addition to the one below (Delridge/Genesee), cameras are also at Delridge/Juneau, Delridge/Henderson, Delridge/Oregon, and video-only (so you have to go to the map), Delridge/Holden and Delridge/Thistle.

MORE TRAFFIC CAMS: All functioning traffic cams citywide are here (including links to live video for most); for a quick scan of West Seattle and vicinity-relevant cameras, see this WSB page.

See a problem on the bridges/streets/paths/water? Please text or call our hotline (when you can do it safely, and after you’ve reported to authorities if they’re not already on scene) – 206-293-6302. Thank you!

6:00 AM: Good morning! It’s Tuesday, December 16, 2025.

WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET, WITH PM WIND ALERT

The National Weather Service now has one wind alert for our area:

*Wind Advisory for 4 pm today through 10 am tomorrow, with a chance of sustained 20-30 mph southwest wind, gusting to 50 mph.

The forecast otherwise is for a rainy, breezy day, high in the mid-50s.

Sunrise will be at 7:52 am; sunset at 4:18 pm.

TREE TROUBLE

Thanks for the update – the tree down on SW Hanford near 39th has NOT been cleared.

(Added 6:56 am) Also, a texter reports a tree down on Admiral downhilll near Lander.

TRANSIT TODAY

Washington State Ferries – WSF says the Triangle Route will continue on two boats for a few more weeks. WSF’s alerts page has the details; Vessel Watch will show you which boat is where.

Metro buses – They’re on the regular weekday schedule and routes in our area, although the flooding elsewhere in King County has had some effects.

West Seattle Water Taxi – regular West Seattle service, fall/winter schedule.

SPOTLIGHT TRAFFIC CAMERAS

High Bridge – Here’s the main camera, followed by the Fauntleroy-end camera:

Low Bridge – Here’s the view looking west. Also note, maritime-opening info is again available via X (ex-Twitter):

1st Avenue South Bridge:

Delridge cameras: In addition to the one below (Delridge/Genesee), cameras are also at Delridge/Juneau, Delridge/Henderson, Delridge/Oregon, and video-only (so you have to go to the map), Delridge/Holden and Delridge/Thistle.

MORE TRAFFIC CAMS: All functioning traffic cams citywide are here (including links to live video for most); for a quick scan of West Seattle and vicinity-relevant cameras, see this WSB page.

See a problem on the bridges/streets/paths/water? Please text or call our hotline (when you can do it safely, and after you’ve reported to authorities if they’re not already on scene) – 206-293-6302. Thank you!

1:25 PM: That’s how Tim captioned the photo he just sent of the latest crash near the “Welcome to West Seattle” sign. No serious injuries reported. Police are on the scene of this one right now and calling for a tow truck.

2:38 PM: Officers have told dispatch the scene has been cleared.

6:03 AM: Good morning! It’s Friday, December 12, 2025.

WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET

In the forecast – cloudy, more rain possible, high in the mid-50s. Sunrise will be at 7:48 am; sunset, at 4:17 pm (the earliest of the year, remaining there until Sunday, when sunsets start getting later).

TRANSIT TODAY

Washington State Ferries – WSF says the Triangle Route is expected to be down to two boats for up to three weeks. WSF’s alerts page has the details; Vessel Watch will show you which boat is where.

Metro buses – They’re on the regular weekday schedule and routes.

Water Taxi – regular West Seattle service, fall/winter schedule.

SPOTLIGHT TRAFFIC CAMERAS

High Bridge – Here’s the main camera, followed by the Fauntleroy-end camera:

Low Bridge – Here’s the view looking west. Also note, maritime-opening info is again available via X (ex-Twitter):

1st Avenue South Bridge:

Delridge cameras: In addition to the one below (Delridge/Genesee), cameras are also at Delridge/Juneau, Delridge/Henderson, Delridge/Oregon, and video-only (so you have to go to the map), Delridge/Holden and Delridge/Thistle.

MORE TRAFFIC CAMS: All functioning traffic cams citywide are here (including links to live video for most); for a quick scan of West Seattle and vicinity-relevant cameras, see this WSB page.

See a problem on the bridges/streets/paths/water? Please text or call our hotline (when you can do it safely, and after you’ve reported to authorities if they’re not already on scene) – 206-293-6302. Thank you!

6:01 AM: Good morning! It’s Thursday, December 11, 2025.

WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET

In the forecast – more rain, high in the low 50s. Sunrise will be at 7:47 am; sunset, at 4:17 pm (as early as it gets, remaining there until this weekend, when sunsets start getting later).

TRANSIT TODAY

Washington State Ferries – WSF says the Triangle Route is expected to be down to two boats for up to three weeks. WSF’s alerts page has the details; Vessel Watch will show you which boat is where.

Metro buses – They’re on the regular weekday schedule and routes.

Water Taxi – regular West Seattle service, fall/winter schedule.

SPOTLIGHT TRAFFIC CAMERAS

High Bridge – Here’s the main camera, followed by the Fauntleroy-end camera:

Low Bridge – Here’s the view looking west. Also note, maritime-opening info is again available via X (ex-Twitter):

1st Avenue South Bridge:

Delridge cameras: In addition to the one below (Delridge/Genesee), cameras are also at Delridge/Juneau, Delridge/Henderson, Delridge/Oregon, and video-only (so you have to go to the map), Delridge/Holden and Delridge/Thistle.

MORE TRAFFIC CAMS: All functioning traffic cams citywide are here (including links to live video for most); for a quick scan of West Seattle and vicinity-relevant cameras, see this WSB page.

See a problem on the bridges/streets/paths/water? Please text or call our hotline (when you can do it safely, and after you’ve reported to authorities if they’re not already on scene) – 206-293-6302. Thank you!

Just sent by a reader, that photo of a spinout crash in the 5600 block of West Marginal Way SW. The reader said it’s important to remember how slippery it is out right now; they took the photo before emergency responders arrived but said 911 had been called. SFD is on the way after a report that at least one person might be hurt.

12:30 PM: Police have just been dispatched to another crash reported on the westbound West Seattle Bridge, this time described as near the Delridge offramp, someone spinning out and hitting the barrier. No word yet on injuries.

12:44 PM: The scene is reported to have cleared quickly.

8:00 AM: Thanks for the tips. A large law-enforcement response is blocking northbound Delridge Way near Orchard. Photojournalist Tim Durkan reports it is the end of a King County Sheriff’s Office pursuit that started with an armed carjacking in the White Center vicinity. He reports one person is in custody.

8:31 AM: Metro has finally just sent an alert saying the H Line is rerouted in the area. But our crew member checking out the scene says it appears close to clearing – a tow truck is on scene and more of the Burien PD/KCSO cars are leaving. Photo added above. (We’re following up with KCSO for further info on what started this.)

9:45 AM: A tree is down, blocking part of the 7500 block of 20th SW.

10:10 AM: SDOT is reported to be on scene to clear the tree.

Earlier:

6:00 AM: Good morning! It’s Wednesday, December 10, 2025.

WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET

Blustery night but no major trouble reported so far; a Wind Advisory alert remains in effect until 10 pm. Otherwise, the forecast is for more rain. High in the upper 50s. Sunrise will be at 7:47 am; sunset, at 4:17 pm (as early as it gets, staying there until this weekend, when sunsets start setting later).

TRANSIT TODAY

Washington State Ferries – Now WSF says the Triangle Route is expected to be down to two boats for up to three weeks, because another vessel elsewhere has broken down. WSF’s alerts page has the details; Vessel Watch will show you which boat is where.

Metro buses – They’re on the regular weekday schedule and routes.

Water Taxi – regular West Seattle service, fall/winter schedule.

SPOTLIGHT TRAFFIC CAMERAS

High Bridge – Here’s the main camera, followed by the Fauntleroy-end camera:

Low Bridge – Here’s the view looking west. Also note, maritime-opening info is again available via X (ex-Twitter):

1st Avenue South Bridge:

Delridge cameras: In addition to the one below (Delridge/Genesee), cameras are also at Delridge/Juneau, Delridge/Henderson, Delridge/Oregon, and video-only (so you have to go to the map), Delridge/Holden and Delridge/Thistle.

MORE TRAFFIC CAMS: All functioning traffic cams citywide are here (including links to live video for most); for a quick scan of West Seattle and vicinity-relevant cameras, see this WSB page.

See a problem on the bridges/streets/paths/water? Please text or call our hotline (when you can do it safely, and after you’ve reported to authorities if they’re not already on scene) – 206-293-6302. Thank you!

11:23 PM: Beware if you’ll be heading westbound on the West Seattle Bridge any time soon – that two-car crash is right in the middle of the westbound lanes near midspan. No serious injuries reported.

11:56 PM: Not cleared yet; SDOT crews are in place east of the collision scene, to warn traffic to go around it by using the outside westbound lane.

12:35 AM: They’ve just reopened all westbound lanes.