February 3, 2024
Olympia – February 2-8, 2025, is National Burn Awareness Week. This year’s emphasis is on preventing burns in the home. Burn hazards can be found in every living space, including houses, apartments, and temporary shelters. By taking a few simple precautions, you can reduce the risk of burns and protect everyone in your…
January 28, 2025
FIFE, Wash – Washington State Patrol (WSP) detectives are seeking witnesses after a road rage incident, where shots were fired.
The road rage incident occurred at approximately 7am on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, northbound Interstate 5 near 54th Ave E, milepost 137.
During the road-rage incident, the suspect driver displayed a handgun and fired at…
January 28, 2025
King County: At approximately 6:30am yesterday, January 27, 2025, Washington State Patrol (WSP) communications received a 9-1-1 call from a victim reporting that their vehicle was shot at on NB I-5 along Boeing Field.
Troopers contacted the victim, took a statement, and documented the damage to the vehicle. Thankfully, there were no injuries sustained…
January 21, 2025
STANWOOD, Wash – The Washington State Patrol (WSP) is actively investigating a fatality collision that occurred at 1:02 p.m. on January 20, 2025, on northbound Interstate 5 just north of milepost 212.
A silver 2012 Infinity G37 sedan was northbound Interstate 5 near milepost 212 when the Infinity passed traffic on the left shoulder.…
January 20, 2025
Olympia – The State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) is joining safety professionals across the nation to promote the awareness of Community Risk Reduction (CRR) Week, January 20-26, 2025.
This annual weeklong event is dedicated to raising awareness within the fire service about the vital role of CRR and how fire departments, regardless of type…
November 25, 2024
Olympia – As the festive season approaches, it’s crucial to prioritize fire safety in our homes to ensure joyful and worry-free holidays for families everywhere. According to the United States Fire Administration, almost one-third of residential Christmas tree fires are caused by electrical problems. Candles and open flames are also a major source…
November 20, 2024
Lewis County - On November 19, 2024, at approximately 11:32 PM, a two-vehicle collision occurred southbound Interstate 5 near milepost 70. A red Toyota Camry struck the center median, becoming disabled and blocking the left lane of travel. A white BMW SUV traveling south struck the Camry, sending the driver of the Camry…
November 4, 2024
Olympia – November 3, 2024, marked the end of Daylight-Saving Time. Please use this milestone as a reminder to replace the batteries in your smoke alarms and refresh fire safety practices within your home. According to the United State Fire Administration, half of all residential fires occur between 11:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m.…
November 3, 2024
King County: This is an update and request for information related to the press release that was sent out on October 31, 2024, reference a Felony Hit and Run that occurred on SR 523. The GMC Yukon has been recovered thanks to an alert citizen.
WSP detectives are asking for public's help in locating…
October 31, 2024
King County: At approximately 6:30pm yesterday evening, October 30, 2024, Washington State Patrol (WSP) communications received a 9-1-1 call reporting that a car / pedestrian collision occurred eastbound SR 523 near Stone Ave.
Upon arriving, troopers found a 23-year-old female in lane 2 of the westbound lanes of SR 523 who was sadly deceased.
Through…