West Seattle, Washington
23 Tuesday
6:02 AM: Good morning! It’s Tuesday, September 23, 2025 – first full day of fall.
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET TIMES
Sunny and in the low 70s today, with smoky haze expected later. Sunrise will be at 6:58 am; sunset, at 7:04 pm.
(Fall’s first sunset, photographed by Chris Frankovich)
ROAD WORK
-California SW’s Fauntleroy Creek culvert gets a month of emergency repair work starting as soon as today.
–59th SW in Alki is closed for at least three more weeks by the school-construction zone.
-“Natural drainage” construction toward the east end of Sylvan Way is under way.
TRANSIT TODAY
Metro buses – On regular schedule and routes today.
Washington State Ferries – WSF has three-boat service on the Triangle Route, with M/V Kittitas, M/V Issaquah, and M/V Sealth. Vessel Watch will show you which boat is where.
Water Taxi – Regular West Seattle service; summer/early fall schedule, with later runs on Friday and Saturday nights through October 10.
STADIUM ZONE
Mariners‘ final regular-season homestand starts tonight, 6:40 pm vs. the Rockies.
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, 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 Monday, September 22, 2025 – fall officially arrives at 11:19 am (and Alice’s quarterly sunset watch is tonight).
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET TIMES
Sunny and in the upper 60s today. Sunrise will be at 6:56 am; sunset, at 7:06 pm.
ROAD WORK
–59th SW in Alki is closed for at least three more weeks by the school-construction zone.
-“Natural drainage” construction toward the east end of Sylvan Way is under way.
-California SW’s Fauntleroy Creek culvert gets a month of emergency repair work starting as soon as tomorrow.
TRANSIT TODAY
Metro buses – On regular schedule and routes today.
Washington State Ferries – WSF has three-boat service on the Triangle Route, with M/V Kittitas, M/V Issaquah, and M/V Sealth. Vessel Watch will show you which boat is where.
Water Taxi – Regular West Seattle service; summer/early fall schedule, with later runs on Friday and Saturday nights through October 10.
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, 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!
Near Westcrest Park, a motorcyclist is seriously injured after crashing at 8th SW and SW Barton. Police have closed northbound 8th until the scene is cleared. They have said they believe no other vehicles were involved.
6:03 AM: Good morning! It’s Friday, September 19, 2025 – going into the final weekend of summer; fall starts Monday morning.
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET TIMES
Sunny and in the low 70s today. Sunrise will be at 6:52 am; sunset, at 7:12 pm.
(Thursday’s smoky sunset, photographed by Aaron Brethorst)
WEEKEND PREVIEWS
-The Orca Half runs both days this weekend. No road closures, but be watchful for runners.
-Sunday morning brings the West Seattle Indivisible “Peace for All” gathering on Harbor Avenue’s Pier 1 property, so the blocks of Harbor south/east of Salty’s may be busier than usual.
ROAD WORK
–59th SW in Alki is closed for a month by the school-construction zone.
-“Natural drainage” construction toward the east end of Sylvan Way is under way.
TRANSIT TODAY
Metro buses – On regular schedule and routes today.
Washington State Ferries – WSF has three-boat service on the Triangle Route, with M/V Kittitas, M/V Issaquah, and M/V Sealth. Vessel Watch will show you which boat is where. Note that the systemwide fall schedule takes effect Sunday.
Water Taxi – Regular West Seattle service; summer/early fall schedule, with later runs on Friday and Saturday nights through October 10.
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, 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!
6:02 AM: Good morning! It’s Thursday, September 18, 2025 – fall officially arrives in four days.
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET TIMES
Partly sunny and in the upper 60s today. Sunrise will be at 6:51 am; sunset will be at 7:14 pm.
ROAD WORK
–59th SW in Alki is closed for a month by the school-construction zone.
-“Natural drainage” construction toward the east end of Sylvan Way has just begun.
TRANSIT TODAY
Metro buses – On regular schedule and routes today.
Washington State Ferries – WSF has three-boat service on the Triangle Route, with M/V Kittitas, M/V Issaquah, and M/V Sealth. Vessel Watch will show you which boat is where.
Water Taxi – Regular West Seattle service; summer/early fall schedule, with later runs on Friday and Saturday nights through October 10.
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, 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!
8:37 PM: Police and Fire are on the scene of a crash at 39th SW/SW Barton in Upper Fauntleroy [map] and have just told dispatch that Barton is completely blocked. The initial report was that a driver crashed into parked cars.
(Added: Reader photo)
8:39 PM: The driver was initially described as a man around 60 years old, and they’re now saying this was a “medically related collision.”
8:43 PM: Police say eastbound traffic on Barton has resumed but “westbound’s going to be blocked for a while.”
We’ve been watching for the “mid-September” start of the road closure for resumption of a drainage project along Sylvan Way just west of Delridge Way [map], and just found crews setting out cones, barricades, and signs a short time ago. Seattle Public Utilities announced three weeks ago that the project would resume after three years on hold. Here’s the official construction notice for the work, expected to continue through the end of the year.
6:02 AM: Good morning! It’s Wednesday, September 17, 2025 – fall officially arrives in five days.
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET TIMES
After a record-tying high of 91 degrees on Tuesday, today is expected to be sunny and in the mid-70s. Today’s sunrise will be at 6:50 am; sunset will be at 7:16 pm.
ROAD WORK
-That portable crane was blocking a northbound lane of California just north of Oregon again Tuesday for the 4448 California project, so be aware that may continue.
–59th SW in Alki is closed for a month by the school-construction zone.
-“Natural drainage” construction toward the east end of Sylvan Way is scheduled to resume (let us know if and when you see work there – we weren’t able to check Tuesday).
TRANSIT TODAY
Metro buses – On regular schedule and routes today.
Washington State Ferries – WSF has three-boat service on the Triangle Route, with M/V Kittitas, M/V Issaquah, and M/V Sealth. Vessel Watch will show you which boat is where.
Water Taxi – Regular West Seattle service; summer/early fall schedule, with later runs on Friday and Saturday nights.
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, 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!
Thanks to Susan for the photo. She’s one of two readers who noted that the SDOT pothole patrol has been out today on the Admiral Bridge. As discussed in previous coverage, resurfacing was not part of the just-concluded seismic-strengthening project, but as with any street, the city will dispatch to pothole reports – here’s how to report them, and here’s the map that’ll show you if anyone’s already reported the one(s) you’re concerned aboutt.
6:01 AM: Good morning! It’s Monday, September 15, 2025 – fall officially arrives one week from today.
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET TIMES
Today’s forecast is for sunshine and a high in the upper 60s. (And 10+ degrees warmer tomorrow!) Today’s sunrise will be at 6:47 am; sunset will be at 7:20 pm.
ROAD WORK
-Construction on 16th around SW Holden is scheduled to continue.
-“Natural drainage” construction toward the east end of Sylvan Way is scheduled to resume.
–59th SW in Alki is scheduled to close for a month by the school-construction zone.
TRANSIT TODAY
Metro buses – On regular schedule and routes today.
Washington State Ferries – WSF has three-boat service on the Triangle Route, with M/V Kittitas, M/V Issaquah, and M/V Sealth. Vessel Watch will show you which boat is where.
Water Taxi – Regular West Seattle service; summer/early fall schedule, with later runs on Friday and Saturday nights.
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, 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!
12:41 AM: Southbound Highway 509 is closed right now at Cloverdale – which is where you get on from the east end of the Roxbury corridor – because of a crash. The State Patrol is investigating, but a bulletin on Seattle Police radio described it as a “fatality collision,” saying the search was on for a suspected hit-run driver. No estimate yet how long the highway will stay closed.
3:04 AM: No updates yet. If you have to head out in the next few hours, you can check WSDOT’s traffic-alert map here.
6:20 AM: Reopened as of 4:30.
10:43 AM: The State Patrol’s summary of the crash says it involved a 50-year-old man on a motorcycle and two drivers in cars. All were headed southbound on 509 approaching the Myers Way exit. The motorcyclist changed lanes to exit; the hit-run driver hit him “at a high rate,” then veered into the right-side barrier. In a chain reaction, the other car then hit the car driver and veered into the motorcyclist. The first car driver left the scene; the rider’s bike wound up in the inside lane but he was found on the right shoulder and pronounced dead at the scene (the summary notes he was wearing a helmet). All the WSP has released about the hit-run driver is that they were in a Toyota (possibly white, it was noted on SPD radio last night) and that their car would be notably damaged.
4:07 PM: Additional information from WSP, which says the hit-run driver was last seen taking the Myers Way exit:
Parts from the suspect vehicle were left at the scene. It appears that the bumper of this vehicle was metallic blue painted white. The vehicle will have front and rear end damage.
WSP detectives are seeking anyone that witnessed this horrible collision or has information that would help identify the suspect vehicle. Please email Detective Gagley at Matthew.Gagley@wsp.wa.gov.
(Added: WSB photos by Christopher Boffoli)
10:48 PM: An initial “rescue extrication” response was quickly downsized this past half-hour when crews got to the scene where a driver was reported to have gone over the embankment from Hamilton Viewpoint onto California Way below. They reported that the driver, a man in his early 20s, was out of the car and conscious, so no extricating was necessary. They’re now evaluating the driver for impairment.
11:02 PM: California Way remains closed while officers await an SDOT crew to clean up the fluid spill from the crash.
11:45 PM: Officers just told dispatch the street has reopened.
8:59 AM: Fauntleroy-Vashon-Southworth ferry run is down to two boats.
Earlier:
6:00 AM: Good morning! It’s Friday, September 12, 2025.
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET TIMES
Today’s forecast is for a partly sunny day, high around 70. Today’s sunrise will be at 6:43 am; sunset will be at 7:26 pm.
ROAD WORK
-Construction on 16th around SW Holden is scheduled to continue.
-Monday, 59th SW in Alki is scheduled to close for a month at the school-construction zone.
SATURDAY ALERT
The Fiestas Patrias Parade in South Park on Saturday morning will close parts of 14th South and South Cloverdale, and reroute Metro Route 60.
TRANSIT TODAY
Metro buses – On regular schedule and routes today.
Washington State Ferries – WSF has three-boat service on the Triangle Route, with M/V Kittitas, M/V Issaquah, and M/V Sealth. Vessel Watch will show you which boat is where.
Water Taxi – Regular West Seattle service; summer/early fall schedule, with later runs on Friday and Saturday nights.
STADIUM ZONE
Mariners‘ homestand continues with a7:10 pm game vs. the Angels.
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, 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!
Thanks to Aaron for the tip: The traffic signal at 42nd/Alaska in The Junction is dark. That makes it an all-way stop. Checking the Seattle City Light map, we see there’s a two-customer power outage right at that spot, blamed on “equipment failure,” so it is on SCL’s radar.
6:02 AM: Good morning. It’s Thursday, September 11, 2025.
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET TIMES
Today’s forecast is for a mostly sunny day, high in the low 70s. Today’s sunrise will be at 6:41 am; sunset will be at 7:28 pm.
ROAD WORK
Construction on 16th moves north to the SW Holden vicinity today, per Metro alert. Speaking of …
TRANSIT TODAY
Metro buses – On regular schedule and routes today.
Washington State Ferries – WSF has three-boat service on the Triangle Route, with M/V Kittitas, M/V Issaquah, and M/V Sealth. Vessel Watch will show you which boat is where.
Water Taxi – Regular West Seattle service; summer/early fall schedule, with later runs on Friday and Saturday nights.
STADIUM ZONE
Mariners‘ homestand continues with another 6:40 pm game, this time vs. the Angels.
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, 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!
Earlier today, we published a reader photo of the ongoing work on the new Alki Elementary. We checked in with project manager Brian Fabella, who confirms that the project remains on track to be open in time for next school year, and forwarded the latest neighborhood newsletter about the project. It includes this road-work alert:
Our next steps include right-of-way storm extension work on 59th Avenue Southwest. Work will begin on 9/15 and involve closure of 59th Ave. SW until 10/15. Access for local traffic will be maintained, but through traffic will be restricted. After 10/15, road work will continue, but will not require closure to through traffic.
6:01 AM: Good morning! Welcome to Wednesday, September 10, 2025, the first early-release Wednesday of the Seattle Public Schools year, so be extra-alert in the early afternoon.
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET TIMES
Today’s forecast is for afternoon clearing, high in the low 70s. Today’s sunrise will be at 6:40 am; sunset will be at 7:30 pm.
ROAD WORK
Construction on 16th near SW Kenyon is alternating traffic through one lane, with a flagger.
TRANSIT TODAY
Metro buses – On regular schedule and routes today.
Washington State Ferries – WSF has three-boat service on the Triangle Route, with M/V Kittitas, M/V Issaquah, and M/V Sealth. Vessel Watch will show you which boat is where.
Water Taxi – Regular West Seattle service; summer/early fall schedule, with later runs on Friday and Saturday nights.
STADIUM ZONE
Mariners‘ homestand continues with another 6:40 pm game vs. St. Louis.
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, 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! Welcome to Tuesday, September 9, 2025.
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET TIMES
Today’s forecast is again for some sun and a chance of showers, high in the low 70s. Today’s sunrise will be at 6:39 am; sunset will be at 7:32 pm.
(Photo by Jerry Simmons)
TRANSIT TODAY
Metro buses – On regular schedule and routes today.
Washington State Ferries – WSF has three-boat service on the Triangle Route, with M/V Kittitas, M/V Issaquah, and M/V Sealth. Vessel Watch will show you which boat is where.
Water Taxi – Regular West Seattle service; summer/early fall schedule, with later runs on Friday and Saturday nights.
STADIUM ZONE
Mariners‘ homestand continues with a 6:40 pm game vs. St. Louis.
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, opening info is again available via X (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! Welcome to Monday, September 8, 2025. (Two weeks until the fall equinox!)
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET TIMES
Today’s forecast is for some sun and a chance of showers, high in the low 70s. Today’s sunrise will be at 6:37 am; sunset will be at 7:34 pm.
(Carol Ann Joyce’s photo of Sunday’s sunset)
BACK TO SCHOOL
Seattle Public Schools‘ youngest students – pre-K and K – return to class today.
TRANSIT TODAY
Metro buses – On regular schedule and routes today.
Washington State Ferries – WSF has three-boat service on the Triangle Route, with M/V Kittitas, M/V Issaquah, and M/V Sealth. Vessel Watch will show you which boat is where.
Water Taxi – Regular West Seattle service; summer schedule, with later runs on Friday and Saturday nights.
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, opening info is again available via X (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!
2:21 PM: Thanks for the tip. The Seattle Public Utilities water-trouble map confirms emergency repairs are under way at California/Juneau; our tipster says one lane is blocked. We’re headed down the hill for a look.
2:43 PM: The problem is on the northbound side of California, north of Juneau. Traffic’s getting by both ways using the southbound side.
4:57 PM: SPU says water service in the area has been restored, adding in response to our followup questions:
SPU received calls around 12:30 p.m. about the incident at California Avenue Southwest and Southwest Juneau Street. SPU dispatched a response crew, which arrived about 20 minutes later. The crew determined the break involved a 12-inch cast iron pipe and turned off water around 1:10 p.m. to make repairs in the residential and business area. The cause of the break is unknown.
6:00 AM: Good morning! Welcome to Friday, September 5, 2025.
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET TIMES
Today’s forecast is for sun (and smoke), high in the low 80s. Today’s sunrise will be at 6:33 am; sunset will be at 7:40 pm.
BACK TO SCHOOL
All schools are now back in session.
TRANSIT TODAY
Metro buses – On regular schedule and routes today.
Washington State Ferries – WSF has three-boat service on the Triangle Route, with M/V Kittitas, M/V Issaquah, and M/V Sealth. Vessel Watch will show you which boat is where.
Water Taxi – Regular West Seattle service; summer schedule, with later runs on Friday and Saturday nights.
TUNNEL ALERT
The Highway 99 tunnel will close overnight late tonight/early tomorrow – here’s the WSDOT alert:
From 10 p.m. Friday, Sept. 5 to 6 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 6, maintenance crews will close both directions of the State Route 99 tunnel in Seattle between S Atlantic Street and Roy Street for tunnel maintenance. The Royal Brougham to northbound SR 99 and 6th Street to southbound SR 99 ramps will close at 9 p.m.
SPOTLIGHT TRAFFIC CAMERAS
High Bridge – Here’s the main camera, followed by the Fauntleroy-end camera:
Low Bridge – Here’s the view looking west:
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 Thursday, September 4, 2025.
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET TIMES
Today’s forecast is for sun, high in the upper 70s. Today’s sunrise will be at 6:32 am; sunset will be at 7:42 pm.
BACK TO SCHOOL
All schools are now back in session.
TRANSIT TODAY
Metro buses – On regular schedule and routes today.
Washington State Ferries – WSF has three-boat service on the Triangle Route, with M/V Kittitas, M/V Issaquah, and M/V Sealth. Vessel Watch will show you which boat is where.
Water Taxi – Regular West Seattle service; summer schedule, with later runs on Friday and Saturday nights.
TUNNEL ALERT
The Highway 99 tunnel will close overnight late Friday/early Saturday – here’s the WSDOT alert:
From 10 p.m. Friday, Sept. 5 to 6 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 6, maintenance crews will close both directions of the State Route 99 tunnel in Seattle between S Atlantic Street and Roy Street for tunnel maintenance. The Royal Brougham to northbound SR 99 and 6th Street to southbound SR 99 ramps will close at 9 p.m.
SPOTLIGHT TRAFFIC CAMERAS
High Bridge – Here’s the main camera, followed by the Fauntleroy-end camera:
Low Bridge – Here’s the view looking west:
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!
8:09 AM: Texter says eastbound West Seattle Bridge is backing up west of Delridge onramp because of a rear-ender involving a school bus and a car.
8:44 AM: An officer just told dispatch that the lanes are all open now.
9 AM: Readers tell us that’s NOT so. Backup persists too. (See comments – also, this texted photo of backup:)
Earlier:
6:00 AM: Good morning! Welcome to Wednesday, September 3, 2025.
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET TIMES
Today’s forecast is for sun, high in the low 80s. Today’s sunrise will be at 6:29 am; sunset will be at 7:46 pm.
REOPENED
-One last reminder – Admiral Way Bridge work is mostly done, so Fairmount Avenue beneath the bridge has reopened after 13 months.
BACK TO SCHOOL
Almost everyone who’s not back already will be back today, including Seattle Public Schools. That means School Street restrictions are back in effect near some schools (note that Madison MS has painted curb bulbs too); the new speed cam near West Seattle High School is not expected to be activated until later this month, but pre-existing cameras will be operating.
TRANSIT TODAY
Fare changes – One last reminder, Metro and Water Taxi fare changes took effect Monday (mostly increases); here’s what to know.
Metro buses – On regular schedule and routes today.
Washington State Ferries – WSF has three-boat service on the Triangle Route, with M/V Kittitas, M/V Issaquah, and M/V Sealth. Vessel Watch will show you which boat is where.
Water Taxi – Regular West Seattle service; summer schedule, with later runs on Friday and Saturday nights.
SPOTLIGHT TRAFFIC CAMERAS
High Bridge – Here’s the main camera, followed by the Fauntleroy-end camera:
Low Bridge – Here’s the view looking west:
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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