West Seattle, Washington
22 Thursday
6:00 AM: Good morning! Welcome to Thursday, October 22, 2026.
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET
Mostly sunny, high in the upper 50s. Sunrise will be at 7:37 am today, with sunset at 6:09 pm.
(Wednesday sunset, photographed by Bob Burns)
CLOSURE REMINDER
SDOT is scheduled to close the low bridge to drivers from 7 am Saturday (October 24) to 4 am Monday (October 26).
TRANSIT TODAY
Washington State Ferries – The Triangle Route is on the two-boat schedule with an unscheduled third boat, through November 8. Check the alert page for last-minute changes.
Metro buses – Regular weekday schedule – any reroute/stop advisories will be here.
West Seattle Water Taxi – Sailing on the regular fall/winter schedule.
BRIDGE TRAFFIC CAMERAS
Here are four bridge views from the SDOT map:
High Bridge – Here’s the main camera, followed by the Fauntleroy-end camera:
Low Bridge – Here’s the westward view:
1st Avenue South Bridge:
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, October 21, 2026.
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET
Sunny, high in the low 60s. Sunrise will be at 7:37 am today, with sunset at 6:09 pm.
(Tuesday sunset, photographed by Jen Popp)
CLOSURE REMINDER
SDOT is scheduled to close the low bridge to drivers from 7 am Saturday (October 24) to 4 am Monday (October 26).
TRANSIT TODAY
Washington State Ferries – The Triangle Route is now on the two-boat schedule with an unscheduled third boat. Check the alert page for last-minute changes.
Metro buses – Regular weekday schedule – any reroute/stop advisories will be here.
West Seattle Water Taxi – Sailing on the regular fall/winter schedule.
BRIDGE TRAFFIC CAMERAS
Here are four bridge views from the SDOT map:
High Bridge – Here’s the main camera, followed by the Fauntleroy-end camera:
Low Bridge – Here’s the westward view:
1st Avenue South Bridge:
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!
7:27 AM: Southbound California SW at Juneau is a bit bollixed by utility-pole work.
7:41 AM: Texter warns of a stalled vehicle on EB bridge near Fauntleroy end.
Earlier:
6:03 AM: Good morning! Welcome to Tuesday, October 20, 2026.
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET
Sunny, high near 60. Sunrise will be at 7:35 am today, with sunset at 6:11 pm.
TRANSIT TODAY
Washington State Ferries – The Triangle Route is now on the two-boat schedule with an unscheduled third boat. Check the alert page for last-minute changes.
Metro buses – Regular weekday schedule – any reroute/stop advisories will be here.
West Seattle Water Taxi – Sailing on the regular fall/winter schedule.
BRIDGE TRAFFIC CAMERAS
Here are four bridge views from the SDOT map:
High Bridge – Here’s the main camera, followed by the Fauntleroy-end camera:
Low Bridge – Here’s the westward view:
1st Avenue South Bridge:
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!
8:33 AM: SPD is checking out a report of a low-hanging tree branch blocking 42nd SW in the 4500 block.
Earlier:
6:03 AM: Good morning! Welcome to Monday, October 19, 2026.
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET
Mostly cloudy, high near 60. Sunrise will be at 7:34 am today, with sunset at 6:13 pm.
TRANSIT TODAY
Washington State Ferries – The Triangle Route is now on the two-boat schedule with an unscheduled third boat. Check the alert page for last-minute changes.
Metro buses – Regular weekday schedule – any reroute/stop advisories will be here.
West Seattle Water Taxi – Sailing on the regular fall/winter schedule.
BRIDGE TRAFFIC CAMERAS
Here are four bridge views from the SDOT map:
High Bridge – Here’s the main camera, followed by the Fauntleroy-end camera:
Low Bridge – Here’s the westward view:
1st Avenue South Bridge:
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, October 16, 2026.
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET
Partly sunny and warm, high around 70, but then rain is possible late tonight. Sunrise will be at 7:30 am today, with sunset at 6:19 pm.
BRIDGE LIGHT REPAIRS
After two weeks of work, Seattle City Light tells WSB that West Seattle Bridge streetlight repairs should be complete by this morning; they promise more info later today.
TRANSIT TODAY
Washington State Ferries – The Triangle Route is now on the two-boat schedule with an unscheduled third boat, until at least early November. Check the alert page for last-minute changes.
Metro buses – Regular weekday schedule – any reroute/stop advisories will be here.
West Seattle Water Taxi – Now on the regular fall schedule.
BRIDGE TRAFFIC CAMERAS
Here are four bridge views from the SDOT map:
High Bridge – Here’s the main camera, followed by the Fauntleroy-end camera:
Low Bridge – Here’s the westward view:
1st Avenue South Bridge:
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!
5:38 PM: Thanks for the tip. Southbound 35th SW is blocked at/near SW Webster by a two-vehicle collision and the emergency response. The vehicles involved are described as a Mazda CX-5 and a Toyota RAV-4; no word yet on injuries.
5:48 PM: Officers just told dispatch that SB 35th has reopened. Both SFD units have cleared the scene, with no medic unit assigned, suggesting no life-threatening injuries.
6:00 AM: Good morning! Welcome to Thursday, October 15, 2026.
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET
The National Weather Service has a Dense Fog Advisory for our area until 9 am. Forecast after that – sunnier as the day goes on, high in the mid-60s. Sunrise will be at 7:28 am today, with sunset at 6:20 pm.
WORK REMINDER
Ramp/lane closures for City Light’s work to restore West Seattle Bridge streetlights are scheduled to conclude tonight – see the schedule and locations here; we’ll be checking for a progress report.
TRANSIT TODAY
Washington State Ferries – The Triangle Route is now on the two-boat schedule with an unscheduled third boat, until at least early November. Check the alert page for last-minute changes.
Metro buses – Regular weekday schedule – any reroute/stop advisories will be here.
West Seattle Water Taxi – Now on the regular fall schedule.
BRIDGE TRAFFIC CAMERAS
Here are four bridge views from the SDOT map:
High Bridge – Here’s the main camera, followed by the Fauntleroy-end camera:
Low Bridge – Here’s the westward view:
1st Avenue South Bridge:
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! Welcome to Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET
Cloudy early and sunny later, high in the mid-60s. Sunrise will be at 7:27 am today, with sunset at 6:22 pm.
(Sunset from Gatewood – photo by Aaron Brethorst)
WORK ALERT
Ramp/lane closures for City Light’s work to restore West Seattle Bridge streetlights are scheduled to continue tonight – see the schedule and locations here.
TRANSIT TODAY
Washington State Ferries – The Triangle Route is now on the two-boat schedule with an unscheduled third boat, until at least early November. Check the alert page for last-minute changes.
Metro buses – Regular weekday schedule – any reroute/stop advisories will be here.
West Seattle Water Taxi – Now on the regular fall schedule.
BRIDGE TRAFFIC CAMERAS
Here are four bridge views from the SDOT map:
High Bridge – Here’s the main camera, followed by the Fauntleroy-end camera:
Low Bridge – Here’s the westward view:
1st Avenue South Bridge:
See trouble 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!
11:15 AM: SPD and SFD are arriving at what’s reported to be a motorcyclist/driver collision at 35th/Brandon. No other details but avoid the area for a while.
11:18 AM: They’re calling for tows for the car and motorcycle, so moving quickly to clear the scene. They’re also requesting an SDOT response crew for debris.
(Added: Photo sent by Robert)
11:23 AM: We’ve heard from Robert – a former EMT – who along with a nurse neighbor helped injured people until SFD arrived, and Robert says the rider has broken bones but does not appear to have life-threatening injuries. He also points out this is the second serious crash there in a month. Police, meantime, are getting traffic through by alternating directions.
11:29 AM: The motorcycle rider is being taken to Harborview by SFD medic unit.
12:45 PM: SFD tells us the rider, a 34-year-old man, was in critical condition when transported.
2:20 PM: It’s been less than two months since the crash there that killed 21-year-old motorcycle rider Alonzo Rackley.
8:58 AM: Police are responding to a reported truck crash at West Marginal Place/West Marginal Way SW. No word so far on how/whether it is affecting traffic.
Earlier:
6:02 AM: Good morning! Welcome to Tuesday, October 13, 2026.
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET
Partly sunny, high around 60. Sunrise will be at 7:25 am today, while sunset will be at 6:24 pm.
(Sunset at Emma Schmitz Memorial Overlook – photo by Bob Burns)
WORK ALERT
Ramp/lane closures for City Light’s work to restore West Seattle Bridge streetlights are scheduled to continue tonight – see the schedule and locations here.
TRANSIT TODAY
Washington State Ferries – The Triangle Route is now on the two-boat schedule with an unscheduled third boat, until at least early November. Check the alert page for last-minute changes.
Metro buses – Regular weekday schedule – any reroute/stop advisories will be here.
West Seattle Water Taxi – Now on the regular fall schedule.
BRIDGE TRAFFIC CAMERAS
Here are four bridge views from the SDOT map:
High Bridge – Here’s the main camera, followed by the Fauntleroy-end camera:
Low Bridge – Here’s the westward view:
1st Avenue South Bridge:
See trouble 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 AM: Thanks for the tips. An emergency response on Avalon Way (in the Luna Park area) has stopped traffic, including at least one bus.
7:04 AM: Traffic’s being allowed through again. Reader photos show a crash/car fire aftermath.
No serious injuries reported, but we’re doublechecking with SFD. (Added: SFD spokesperson David Cuerpo tells us, “Firefighters responded to reports of a collision involving two vehicles with one catching fire in the engine compartment. Crews extinguished the fire and helped retrieve personal belongings for the owner. No injuries were reported, and the scene was turned over to Seattle Police.)”
9:14 AM: Trucks are backed up on the westbpund Spokane Street Viaduct, heading toward Harbor Island – here’s a traffic-cam screenshot:
We’re trying to find out why. (Update: No explanation by day’s end. Perhaps Tuesday.)
Earlier:
6:01 AM: Good morning! Welcome to Monday, October 12, 2026, with Indigenous Peoples Day observed by local governments, though we’ve only found one transportation-related change. First:
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET
Sunny, high around 60. Sunrise will be at 7:24 am today, while sunset will be at 6:26 pm.
(Thanks to everyone who sent sunset photos! This one’s from Vaughan)
WORK ALERT
Ramp/lane closures for City Light’s work to restore West Seattle Bridge streetlights are scheduled to resume tonight – see the schedule and locations here.
TRANSIT TODAY
Washington State Ferries – The Triangle Route is now on the two-boat schedule with an unscheduled third boat, until at least early November. Check the alert page for last-minute changes.
Metro buses – Regular weekday schedule today despite the holiday – any reroute/stop advisories will be here.
West Seattle Water Taxi – Now on the regular fall schedule; no holiday changes.
Sound Transit – No holiday changes.
ONE HOLIDAY CHANGE – PARKING
For areas of the city that have paid street parking, it’s free today.
BRIDGE TRAFFIC CAMERAS
Here are four bridge views from the SDOT map:
High Bridge – Here’s the main camera, followed by the Fauntleroy-end camera:
Low Bridge – Here’s the westward view:
1st Avenue South Bridge:
See trouble 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!
(Traffic-camera screenshot of work during last closure)
When we followed up with SDOT after the most-recent repair closure of the West Seattle low bridge, they told us more closures were planned. Today, they announced the next one is two weeks away:
We will close the Spokane Street Swing Bridge (also known as the Low Bridge) to replace the center lock components that lock the swing spans together. During this time, people will not be able to drive across the bridge, but they will be able to bike/roll or walk across.
When? Between 7 am on Saturday (October 24) and 4 am on Monday (October 26)
There will be more repairs as we round out the year, so stay tuned for more updates soon.
The work that’s been done so far on the low bridge is recapped here.
4:28 PM: We’re mentioning this because even though the crashes have mostly been cleared – though there’s a new report on southbound 99 before the West Seattle exit – you might encounter SDOT crews resetting barriers. None of the crashes have been in the westbound trouble spot at “the curve,” though – they’ve all been on the eastbound bridge, including one a little over an hour ago involving what a reader described as “three SUVs.” No major injuries that we’ve heard, but we’re following up with SFD.
6:42 PM: SFD says no serious injuries; in one crash, a 37-year-old woman was treated for a “minor injury” but didn’t have to go to a hospital.
6:02 AM: Good morning. Welcome to Friday, October 9, 2026.
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET
Mostly cloudy,rain liely, high around 60. Sunrise will be at 7:19 am today, while sunset will be at 6:32 pm.
(Thanks to everyone who sent sunset photos! This one’s from Gene Pavola)
NO SCHOOL
No classes at Seattle Public Schools (and those who follow its schedule) today – staff in-service day.
TRANSIT TODAY
Washington State Ferries – The Triangle Route is now on the two-boat schedule with an unscheduled third boat. Check the alert page for last-minute changes.
Metro buses – Regular weekday schedule today – any reroute/stop advisories will be here.
West Seattle Water Taxi – Last day of summer schedule, which means this is the last night of later runs until April.
BRIDGE TRAFFIC CAMERAS
Here are four bridge views from the SDOT map:
High Bridge – Here’s the main camera, followed by the Fauntleroy-end camera:
Low Bridge – Here’s the westward view:
1st Avenue South Bridge:
See trouble 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. Welcome to Thursday, October 8, 2026.
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET
Mostly sunny, high in the upper 60s. Sunrise will be at 7:18 am today, while sunset will be at 6:34 pm.
WORK ALERT
*Ramp and lane closures continue for West Seattle Bridge streetlight repairs – late night and early morning – see the schedule here. After tonight, the next scheduled closure is Monday night.
NO SCHOOL FRIDAY
No classes at Seattle Public Schools (and those who follow its schedule) on Friday – staff in-service day.
TRANSIT TODAY
Washington State Ferries – The Triangle Route is now on the two-boat schedule with an unscheduled third boat. Check the alert page for last-minute changes.
Metro buses – Regular weekday schedule today – any reroute/stop advisories will be here.
West Seattle Water Taxi – Regular summer schedule, which ends after one last night of later runs on Friday (October 9).
BRIDGE TRAFFIC CAMERAS
Here are four bridge views from the SDOT map:
High Bridge – Here’s the main camera, followed by the Fauntleroy-end camera:
Low Bridge – Here’s the westward view:
1st Avenue South Bridge:
See trouble 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, October 7, 2026.
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET
Mostly sunny, high in the mid-60s. Sunrise will be at 7:17 am today, while sunset will be at 6:36 pm.
(Photo by Sarah H)
WORK ALERT
*Ramp annd lane closures continue for West Seattle Bridge streetlight repairs – late night and early morning – see the schedule here.
TRANSIT TODAY
Washington State Ferries – Vessel Watch indicates that Fauntleroy-Vashon-Southworth is on the two-boat schedule. Check the alert page for last-minute changes.
Metro buses – Regular weekday schedule today – any reroute/stop advisories will be here.
West Seattle Water Taxi – Regular summer schedule, which ends after one last night of later runs on Friday (October 9).
BRIDGE TRAFFIC CAMERAS
Here are four bridge views from the SDOT map:
High Bridge – Here’s the main camera, followed by the Fauntleroy-end camera:
Low Bridge – Here’s the westward view:
1st Avenue South Bridge:
See trouble 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 Tuesday, October 6, 2026. State ferries are back in service this morning (and their foghorns are sounding).
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET
Sunshine after the fog, high in the mid-60s. Sunrise will be at 7:15 am today, while sunset will be at 6:38 pm.
WORK ALERT
*Ramp annd lane closures continue for West Seattle Bridge streetlights – late night and early morning – see the schedule here.
*Today is the second scheduled day of sidewalk repairs on 16th SW near South Seattle College (WSB sponsor).
TRANSIT TODAY
Washington State Ferries – Back in service; Fauntleroy-Vashon-Southworth is on the two-boat schedule. Check the alert page for last-minute changes – and see the real-time map with vessel status here.
Metro buses – Regular weekday schedule today – any reroute/stop advisories will be here.
West Seattle Water Taxi – Regular summer schedule, which ends this weekend, after one last night of later runs on Friday (October 9).
BRIDGE TRAFFIC CAMERAS
Here are four bridge views from the SDOT map:
High Bridge – Here’s the main camera, followed by the Fauntleroy-end camera:
Low Bridge – Here’s the westward view:
1st Avenue South Bridge:
See trouble 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!
Readers asked about signage on the West Seattle Bridge indicating upcoming ramp closures. We couldn’t find an announcement but finally tracked down info from Seattle City Light, whose spokesperson Kate Jacobs tells WSB that this is so they can get the theft-darkened lights back on:
The work you referenced is part of Seattle City Light’s broader effort to restore 80 streetlights on the West Seattle Bridge and Spokane Street Viaduct that went dark due to copper wire theft this summer.
Work of this scale on a high-traffic bridge requires lane closures to keep the public and crews safe, and each closure requires an approved traffic control plan. To minimize public impact, the work will occur in stages overnight from 10 p.m. to 4 a.m. across eight days. Repairs are scheduled to finish on October 15. I included the full repair schedule below.
As we make repairs, we will also add protections to help prevent future theft. We continually update our theft-prevention measures based on the latest expert guidance, lessons from past incidents, and available technology. Examples of these measures include reinforced junction box covers, tamper-proof lids, and welded access doors.
Repair schedule:
Mon, Oct 5 – Complete closure of the NB 1st Ave S off-ramp from the West Seattle Freeway WB. On-ramp also closed from 1st Ave S approach from S Horton St.
Tue, Oct 6 – Complete closure of the Harbor Island WB ramp from the West Seattle Freeway WB. Right lane closed approaching the ramp to detour traffic. Right lane closure of the WB West Seattle Freeway from Harbor Ave SW off-ramp to the SR99 on-ramp.
Wed, Oct 7 – Complete closure of the West Seattle Freeway WB ramp from SR 99 SB. Right lane closure of the WB West Seattle Freeway (High Rise) from the SR 99 on-ramp to the Harbor Ave SW off-ramp.
Thu, Oct 8 – Complete closure of the Harbor Island WB ramp from SR 99. Right lane closure of the WB West Seattle Freeway (High Rise) from the SR 99 on-ramp to the Harbor Ave SW off-ramp.
Mon, Oct 12 – Right lane closure of the WB West Seattle Freeway (High Rise) from the SR 99 on-ramp to the Harbor Ave SW off-ramp. Right lane closure of the EB Weast Seattle Freeway (High Rise) from the Delridge Way SW on-ramp to SR 99 NB on-ramp.
Tue, Oct 13 – Right lane closure of the EB Weast Seattle Freeway (High Rise) from the Delridge Way SW on-ramp to SR 99 NB on-ramp. Complete closure of the NB SR 99 ramp from the West Seattle Freeway EB. Right two lanes closed approaching the ramp to detour traffic.
Wed, Oct 14 – Complete closure of the NB SR 99 ramp from the West Seattle Freeway EB. Right two lanes closed approaching the ramp to detour traffic. Right lane closure of the EB West Seattle Freeway lower deck from 1st Ave S ramp to the 4th Ave S ramp.
Thu, Oct. 15 – Right lane closure of the EB West Seattle Freeway lower deck from 1st Ave S ramp to the 4th Ave S ramp.
7:20 AM: This morning’s systemwide crew shortage (originally noted below) now has Washington State Ferries‘ Fauntleroy-Vashon-Southworth route totally out of service. They’re updating here. The South Vashon route (regularly one, smaller boat) is operating per Vessel Watch.
9 AM: Still out, and this screenshot from the real-time page shows only 6 ferries in operation systemmwide:
9:45 AM: WSF has posted an update via X – saying, “This morning, 23 engine-room employees called in sick, Every employee qualified to fill those positions has declined to fill them and keep the ferries running.” The WSF tweets go on to mention the employees’ union and base salary, and why the boats can’t run without these employees. Also via X, the governor says he’s “meeting with WSF leadership” about the situation.
11:42 AM: No change in the Triangle Route situation.
4:29 PM: Still no change – the route is still out of service. Vessel Watch’s realtime map still shows six boats in service systemwide. Gov. Ferguson has issued a statement saying he met with engine-room union reps and told them he expects all routes to be running by tomorrow morning.
5:33 PM: WSF says the route will resume service with M/V Cathlamet sometime after 6 pm. We’ll start a separate update story (here).
Earlier:
6:01 AM: Good morning. Welcome to Monday, October 5, 2026.
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET
Mostly cloudy, high in the mid-60s. Sunrise will be at 7:14 am today, while sunset will be at 6:40 pm.
(Saturday evening photo by Carol Ann Joyce)
WORK ALERT
*Today is the announced start of sidewalk repairs on 16th SW near South Seattle College (WSB sponsor).
*Signage indicates a nighttime closure of the EB West Seattle Bridge to NB 99 starting Tuesday night. We haven’t seen a corresponding announcement with details, so we’re seeking those from WSDOT today.
TRANSIT TODAY
Washington State Ferries – Check the alert page for last-minute changes – WSF has warned it may have crew shortages affecting multiple routes this morning. (6:45 AM: Currently the Triangle Route is down to 1 boat. … 7:15 AM: As noted above, now it’s down to no boats. OTHER UPDATES ABOVE)
Metro buses – Regular weekday schedule today – any reroute/stop advisories will be here.
West Seattle Water Taxi – Regular summer schedule, which ends this weekend, after one last night of later runs on Friday (October 9).
BRIDGE TRAFFIC CAMERAS
Here are four bridge views from the SDOT map:
High Bridge – Here’s the main camera, followed by the Fauntleroy-end camera:
Low Bridge – Here’s the westward view:
1st Avenue South Bridge:
See trouble 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 Don Brubeck for the photo and tip. Unannounced, the work to get Wildwood Place in Fauntleroy ready for a protected bike lane – begun last Saturday – is continuing today. That might lead to delays, so plan accordingly.
6:03 AM: Good morning! It’s Friday, October 2, 2026.
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET
Patchy morning fog, then partly sunny, high in the low 70s. Sunrise will be at 7:10 am today, while sunset will be at 6:46 pm.
(Thursday sunset photo by Carol Ann Joyce)
CLOSURE ALERT
Overnight tonight, WSDOT will close the Highway 99 tunnel both ways. Here’s the announcement:
From 10 p.m. Friday, Oct. 2 to 6 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 3:
Both directions of SR 99 from north of South Spokane Street to south of Raye Street will close.
The Royal Brougham Way/Colorado Avenue South on-ramp to the northbound SR 99 tunnel will close.
The Sixth Avenue North on-ramp to the southbound SR 99 tunnel will close.
Lanes will begin closing at 8:30 p.m. People using southbound SR 99 will exit at the Harrison Street off-ramp, and people using northbound SR 99 will exit at Alaskan Way South.Washington State Department of Transportation tunnel maintenance crews will perform fire systems testing, light repairs, road sweeping and drain cleaning during this closure.
TRANSIT TODAY
Washington State Ferries – The Fauntleroy/Vashon/Southworth route is on the three-boat schedule (until next Monday, October 5, when it goes to two boats for a month). Check the alert page for last-minute changes.
Metro buses – Regular weekday schedule today – any reroute/stop advisories will be here.
West Seattle Water Taxi – Regular summer schedule, with later night runs Fridays and Saturdays through next Friday (October 9th).
BRIDGE TRAFFIC CAMERAS
Here are four bridge views from the SDOT map:
High Bridge – Here’s the main camera, followed by the Fauntleroy-end camera:
Low Bridge – Here’s the westward view:
1st Avenue South Bridge:
See trouble 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 and welcome to October.
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET
Partly sunny, high in the mid-60s. Sunrise will be at 7:08 am today, while sunset will be at 6:48 pm.
ROAD WORK
The second phase of SW 106th repaving in Arbor Heights is scheduled to conclude today – between 35th SW and 39th SW.
TRANSIT TODAY
Washington State Ferries – The Fauntleroy/Vashon/Southworth route is on the three-boat schedule (until next Monday, October 5, when it goes to two boats for a month). Check the alert page for last-minute changes.
Metro buses – Regular weekday schedule today – any reroute/stop advisories will be here.
West Seattle Water Taxi – Regular summer schedule, with later night runs Fridays and Saturdays through October 9th, one week from tomorrow.
BRIDGE TRAFFIC CAMERAS
Here are four bridge views from the SDOT map:
High Bridge – Here’s the main camera, followed by the Fauntleroy-end camera:
Low Bridge – Here’s the westward view:
1st Avenue South Bridge:
See trouble 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 for the tip. A two-car collision is blocking NB lanes at Fauntleroy/Alaska/39th. No injuries reported, according to the police dispatch, but traffic might be a bit snarled for a while.
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