West Seattle, Washington
19 Thursday
If you travel on the northbound 1st Avenue South Bridge, you need to know about this late-night alert from WSDOT:
The right two lanes of the northbound State Route 99 First Avenue Bridge in Seattle are closed beginning Wednesday night, Feb. 18 until further notice.
Washington State Department of Transportation bridge maintenance has closed the lanes and reduced the speed on the northbound bridge to 25 MPH following a routine bridge inspection.
WSDOT bridge engineers will be on site again Thursday, Feb. 19, to continue their assessment. More details will be shared as they are available.
8:58 AM: Per police radio, there’s signal trouble at Delridge/Myrtle.
Earlier:
6:03 AM: Good morning! Welcome to Wednesday, February 18, 2026, with mid-winter break continuing for most schools.
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET
Rain/snow mix is again possible, according to the forecast for today. High in the low 40s. Sunrise at 7:09 am; sunset at 5:37 pm.
TRANSIT TODAY
West Seattle Water Taxi – Regular West Seattle service, fall/winter schedule.
Washington State Ferries – Check WSF’s alert page for any changes to the 3-boat schedule.
Metro buses – Regular weekday schedule and routes.
NIGHTTIME LANE CLOSURES
Survey crews on West Marginal and just to the northwest, continuing nightly through Friday night, as explained here.
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!
Those are the sites where crews are scheduled to close lanes overnight for the rest of this week to gather information for the King County Wastewater Treatment District‘s upcoming projects. Here’s the announcement:
King County is doing nighttime survey work to learn about conditions below the ground in (northeast West Seattle). Work began on Monday, February 16, and will continue through Friday, February 20. To do this work, crews will temporarily close lanes during work hours. At least one lane will be open to trucks and vehicles at all times.
We are completing this work at night to avoid daytime traffic impacts. Please watch for signs and equipment and follow directions from flaggers.
This work will help King County design new facilities to help reduce pollution and keep our local water clean.
When
Work began on Monday night, February 16, and will continue through Friday, February 20
Work hours Monday through Friday, 6 pm to 6 am the following dayWhere
Along West Marginal Way Southwest and Southwest Spokane Street (see map above)What to expect
Crews lifting maintenance hole lids and taking measurements at each survey site
Temporary lane closures during work hours
At least one lane open for vehicles at all times
Work happening at one location at a time
Construction equipment and trucks, cones, and portable lights on site
Engine noise, hammering, and vibrations while crews are working
Clean sites and reopened lanes once work is completeWhy
To learn about conditions below ground in North Delridge
To help design facilities that will help reduce pollution in the Duwamish River
Questions? Email DWetWeafacilities@kingcounty.gov
8:10 AM: No West Seattle Water Taxi for the rest of the morning due to “mechanical issues.” Also, texter reports truck backup on WB bridge.
8:30 AM: Water Taxi service has resumed.
Earlier:
6:03 AM: Good morning! Welcome to Tuesday, February 17, 2026, with mid-winter break of continuing for most schools.
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET
Rain/snow mix is possible, according to the forecast for today. High in the low 40s. Sunrise at 7:11 am; sunset at 5:36 pm.
(Monday sunset, photographed by Bob Burns)
TRANSIT TODAY
West Seattle Water Taxi – Regular West Seattle service, fall/winter schedule.
Washington State Ferries – Check WSF’s alert page for any changes to the 3-boat schedule.
Metro buses – Regular weekday schedule and routes today.
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!
6:01 AM: Good morning! Welcome to Monday, February 16, 2026, Presidents Day, and the start of school breaks of varying lengths.
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET
The return of rain is in the forecast for today, maybe mixed with snow tonight. High in the low 40s. Sunrise at 7:12 am; sunset at 5:34 pm.
TRANSIT TODAY
West Seattle Water Taxi – Regular West Seattle service, fall/winter schedule, no holiday change.
Washington State Ferries – Per WSF’s alert page, it’s returning to the 3-boat schedule.
Metro buses – Regular weekday schedule and routes today, no holiday change.
PARKING HOLIDAY
If you’re driving to one of the Seattle neighborhoods with on-street paid parking, it’s free today.
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!
6:01 AM: Good morning! Welcome to Friday, February 13, 2026, heading into the Presidents Day weekend and, for many schools, mid-winter break.
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET
The return of rain is in the forecast for today, high in the upper 40s. Sunrise at 7:17 am; sunset at 5:29 pm.
(Photo by Theresa Arbow-O’Connor)
CLOSURE TONIGHT INTO SATURDAY MORNING
Announced by WSDOT:
The northbound State Route 509 on-ramp from First Avenue South/Myers Way South (milepost 29) will close from 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 13 to 3 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 14. Washington State Department of Transportation maintenance crews will perform guardrail repair during this closure.
TRANSIT TODAY
West Seattle Water Taxi – Regular West Seattle service, fall/winter schedule. The WSWT *is* in service Monday.
Washington State Ferries – Per WSF’s alert page, it’s the two-boat schedule again today, hoping for 3 on Monday.
Metro buses – Regular weekday schedule and routes today. Monday too.
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! Welcome to Thursday, February 12, 2026.
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET
Some clouds are in the forecast for today, chance of rain late tonight, high in the low 50s. Sunrise at 7:19 am; sunset at 5:28 pm.
(Wednesday’s sunrise from Seacrest – WSB photo by Torin Record-Sand)
TRANSIT TODAY
West Seattle Water Taxi – Regular West Seattle service, fall/winter schedule.
Washington State Ferries – Per WSF’s alert page, it’s the two-boat schedule again today and Friday.
Metro buses – Regular weekday schedule and routes today.
MID-WINTER BREAK NEXT WEEK
*Seattle Public Schools and many others are out for mid-winter break next week.
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!
6:16 AM: Good morning! Time to start transit and traffic watch as people start heading downtown for the Seahawks‘ Super Bowl victory parade. Infolinks to start:
PARADE MAP/INFO
TRANSIT PLANS
EXTRA WATER-TAXI SHUTTLES
WATER TAXI VESSEL STATUS (note: Spirit of Kingston, extra boat, is running as of 7:45 but not showing)
WEST SEATTLE TRAFFIC CAMS
ALL CITYWIDE TRAFFIC CAMS
Updates to come as the morning unfolds! The 4th/Cherry cam downtown shows some staked out at curbside already, and some vehicle traffic still.
6:44 AM: The 4th/Washington cam toward the start of the parade route also shows paradegoers already staked out, and police in the street instead of traffic. We’re heading to Seacrest soon for Water Taxi updates; the real-time map shows M/V Sally Fox on the West Seattle run and M/V Doc Maynard serving Vashon.
7:08 AM: Above is the scene at the start of the parade route three minutes ago. We’re monitoring a variety of emergency and transit services; all’s well so far.
7:30 AM: Our crew has arrived at the Water Taxi dock and just sent the photo above. No line/crowd yet. Lots of room on sailing that’s just leaving. … A few minutes later, the extra WT boat, Spirit of Kingston, just pulled up (it’s not showing on the real-time site, though). … SoK left at 7:45, ~75 aboard.
8 AM: Things are starting to pick up at Seacrest, where Sally Fox has just returned. … Moments later, Spirit of Kingston (the smaller “spare” boat) returned. Meantime, our first report from buses – one rider says her bus is already full and skipping stops.
8:10 AM: We’re told Sally Fox left at capacity, 277. SoK (about half the capacity) loaded up and left minutes later. Meantime, a photo from West Seattle resident Ian in the parade zone:
8:30 AM: The boats really are leaving as fast as they fill up. Spirit of K headed out at 8:21, Sally Fox is back already, lines but not for long. … Parking is maxed out near the dock, though, a newly arrived reader tells us. They also sent this pic looking back at the line stretching out along Harbor:
8:55 AM: If you aren’t at the dock yet, you might be in for a wait – our crew estimates the line could be enough people to fill the next runs of both boats. Otherwise, no major traffic/transit problems reported – we’re continuing to monitor. … Spirit of K is headed out again at 8:56 am, so it should be back in about half an hour.
9:06 AM: Line estimated at 700 people; the two boats’ combined capacity is 450. Here’s an overhead view, from Nora McGee:
9:18 AM: Sally Fox is leaving again. … Here’s the latest view from the start of the parade route at 4th/Washington:
And from a reader who’s NOT going to the parade, we just got bus-stop views – not too jammed – including California/Findlay:
In comments, though, Meg reports, “Bus delays are pretty backed up too, been at the C line at Junction for 30 minutes without a single bus going downtown yet.”
9:38 AM: Water Taxis keep churning – SoK just left, Sally Fox is arriving. The line is still out to Harbor Ave. … Meantime, on board, a reader photo of the fan jerseys:
9:52 AM: Sally Fox is heading out again, as SoK comes in:
The outbound arrivals are slowing down, our crew reports.
10:07 AM: Now the larger M/V Doc Maynard – which has been on the Vashon run this morning – is at Seacrest, to pick up more people who will get downtown just barely in time. We’ll be leaving the dock soon; we’ll start a separate report once the parade begins, and welcome your pic at 206-293-6302 or westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!
6:00 AM: Good morning! Welcome to Tuesday, February 10, 2026.
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET
Mostly sunshine in the forecast for today, high in the low 50s. Sunrise at 7:22 am; sunset at 5:25 pm.
TRANSIT TODAY
West Seattle Water Taxi – Regular West Seattle service, fall/winter schedule.
Washington State Ferries – Per WSF’s alert page, it’s the two-boat schedule again today with the third unscheduled “bonus boat.”
Metro buses – Regular weekday schedule and routes today.
SUPER BOWL PARADE DAY TOMORROW
*Here’s the Seahawks‘ infopage about the 11 am Wednesday parade – including the route map – northbound on 4th Avenue from Washington to Cedar.
*Here’s the transit infopage. From West Seattle, the Water Taxi will add service as needed – rather than publishing a special schedule, spokesperson Al Sanders told us, the “plan is to operate similar to a RapidRide route, when all the people on the dock are onboard, the vessel will leave, drop passengers off and return. The goal is to have people not waiting longer than the normal vessel departure time. For quicker boarding, Riders are encouraged to have their fare payment handy, details are online.”
*What if you’re just trying to get downtown? The city says “streets that intersect with 4th Avenue (will) be closed between Lumen Field and the Seattle Center, with congestion along surrounding side streets. Vehicles exiting I-90 onto 4th Avenue will be directed to 4th Avenue in the southbound direction. I-5 and I-90 on and offramps will be held briefly at the start of the parade but will open shortly after.”
(Again, this is for TOMORROW, Wednesday, February 11, NOT today.)
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!
(Weekend photo by Carolyn Newman)
6:01 AM: Good morning! Welcome to post-Super Bowl Monday, February 9, 2026.
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET
Some sun, some rain are in the forecast for today, high around 50. Sunrise at 7:24 am; sunset at 5:23 pm.
TRANSIT TODAY
West Seattle Water Taxi – Regular West Seattle service, fall/winter schedule.
Washington State Ferries – Per WSF’s alerts, the plan so far for today and tomorrow: “Monday, Feb. 9: Two-boat schedule due to timing of vessel moves. We’re working to add a third, unscheduled vessel in the afternoon. // Tuesday, Feb. 10: Two-boat schedule with a third, unscheduled boat running on the route.”
Metro buses – Regular weekday schedule and routes today.
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!
Thanks to the texter who sent that photo, confirming a dispatch we heard a few minutes ago for a reported flipped-car crash on Beach Drive at Canada [map]. No serious injuries reported, and nobody trapped – that’s why this wasn’t a “rescue extrication” callout as many flipped-car crashes are.
10:04 PM: SDOT and SPD are closing the eastbound entrance to the West Seattle Bridge from Fauntleroy for another barrier reset. A crash on the westbound side was reported around 7:30; we don’t know exactly where – we even drove onto the bridge to look but didn’t see it. Nonetheless, barriers were pushed out of place somewhere, and this closure will last until they’re fixed.
10:24 PM: Eastbound traffic is entering the bridge again.
6:00 AM: Good morning! Welcome to Friday, February 6, 2026.
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET
One last sunny day is the forecast for today, high in the upper 50s. Sunrise at 7:28 am; sunset at 5:18 pm.
TRANSIT TODAY
West Seattle Water Taxi – Regular West Seattle service, fall/winter schedule.
Washington State Ferries – Some changes ahead; check WSF’s alerts too.
Metro buses – Regular weekday schedule and routes today.
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! Welcome to Thursday, February 5, 2026.
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET
The National Weather Service has a Dense Fog Advisory in effect this morning. After that, today’s forecast is for some sunshine, high in the upper 50s. Sunrise at 7:30 am; sunset at 5:17 pm.
(Wednesday sunset, photographed by Bob Burns)
TRANSIT TODAY
West Seattle Water Taxi – Regular West Seattle service, fall/winter schedule.
Washington State Ferries – Some changes today because of boat moves, including cancellations tonight; check WSF’s alerts for the newest plan.
Metro buses – Regular weekday schedule and routes today.
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! Welcome to Wednesday, February 4, 2026. On this day in local traffic history, the Highway 99 tunnel fully opened (2019).
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET
Today’s forecast is for clouds, then sun, after patchy morning fog, high around 60. Sunrise at 7:31 am; sunset at 5:15 pm.
TRANSIT TODAY
West Seattle Water Taxi – Regular West Seattle service, fall/winter schedule.
Washington State Ferries – Regular three-boat weekday service on the Fauntleroy-Vashon-Southworth route; check WSF’s alerts for last-minute changes.
Metro buses – Regular weekday schedule and routes today.
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!
12:35 PM: Police have just told dispatch that they’re closing the entire 16th/Roxbury intersection because of a two-car crash, so avoid that area for a while. We’re headed over to check, as the area traffic camera does not show the closure.
(WSB photos)
12:48 PM: Adding photos. Our crew confirms the crash is actually at 17th/Roxbury, which is blocked, but they’re working to get it at least partly reopened.
No major injuries reported.
6:01 AM: Good morning! Welcome to Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET
Today’s forecast is for clouds after patchy morning fog, high in the upper 50s. Sunrise at 7:32 am; sunset at 5:14 pm.
(Monday’s sunset – photo by Bob Burns)
TRANSIT TODAY
West Seattle Water Taxi – Regular West Seattle service, fall/winter schedule.
Washington State Ferries – Regular three-boat weekday service on the Fauntleroy-Vashon-Southworth route; check WSF’s alerts for last-minute changes.
Metro buses – Regular weekday schedule and routes today.
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! Welcome to Monday, February 2, 2026.
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET
Today’s forecast is for more rain, high in the low 50s; then the rest of the week is expected to be drier and warmer. Sunrise at 7:34 am; sunset at 5:12 pm.
(Saturday’s sunset, looking toward Three Tree Point – photo by Chris Frankovich)
TRANSIT TODAY
West Seattle Water Taxi – Regular West Seattle service, fall/winter schedule.
Washington State Ferries – Regular three-boat weekday service on the Fauntleroy-Vashon-Southworth route; check WSF’s alerts for last-minute changes.
Metro buses – Regular weekday schedule and routes today.
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!
(Screengrab from 8:09 pm)
8:11 PM: This was supposed to be fairly quick but for some reason it’s taking crews a while to reposition a barrier near the Fauntleroy end of the eastbound West Seattle Bridge, and dozens of drivers are stuck waiting. If you have to head eastbound, get on the bridge another way.
8:15 PM: The dispatcher just told SPD that SDOT needs “traffic control” for another barrier fix closer to the bridge entrance at 35th; an officer replied, “Just as soon as this one gets figured out.” So avoid 35th/Fauntleroy entirely for a while.
8:19 PM: The live camera just east of 35th shows SDOT now blocking the inside eastbound lane but the others have reopened.
8:30 PM: Now they’re blocking all eastbound lanes again just past the Fauntleroy entrance, per police radio.
9:27 PM: Still blocked, per live view on traffic cameras.
10:34 PM: We’ve been checking the live feed every few minutes; it’s just reopened.
5:55 PM: If you’re headed this way from points north, avoid southbound Highway 99 – a crash is blocking the ramp to the westbound West Seattle Bridge. No other details yet.
6:29 PM: Officers have just told dispatch that the ramp has reopened.
6:03 AM: Good morning! Welcome to Friday, January 30, 2026.
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET
Today’s forecast is for more light rain, high in the low 50s. Sunrise at 7:38 am; sunset at 5:07 pm.
TRANSIT TODAY
West Seattle Water Taxi – Regular West Seattle service, fall/winter schedule.
Washington State Ferries – Regular three-boat weekday service on the Fauntleroy-Vashon-Southworth route; check WSF’s alerts in case of last-minute changes.
Metro buses – Regular weekday schedule and routes today.
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!
10:51 AM: Police are reported to be blocking northbound traffic on Fauntleroy at Raymond after what was reported as a driver hitting a pedestrian. The pedestrian is reported to be a woman who is “alert and conscious” but with “bruises to the head,” and the driver is being questioned. No other details yet; avoid the area.
11:51 AM: Scene was clear when we went through around 11:30. Followup info to come.
3:23 PM: SFD tells us the pedestrian is a 74-year-old woman who was in stable condition when taken to a hospital by AMR ambulance.
9:05 AM: Traffic is currently stopped on SW Barton east of 40th SW while police investigate a car with plates that their automated reader flagged as possibly stolen.
Earlier:
6:00 AM: Good morning! Welcome to Thursday, January 29, 2026.
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET
Today’s forecast is rainy, breezy, high in the low 50s. Sunrise at 7:39 am; sunset at 5:06 pm.
TRANSIT TODAY
West Seattle Water Taxi – Regular West Seattle service, fall/winter schedule.
Washington State Ferries – Regular three-boat weekday service on the Fauntleroy-Vashon-Southworth route; check WSF’s alerts in case of last-minute changes.
Metro buses – Regular weekday schedule and routes today.
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!
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