Construction Worker Hurt in Horrific Accident on Interstate 405 [Renton, WA]

Renton, WA (January 10, 2025) On Wednesday morning, a WSDOT worker was injured and transported to the hospital after a horrific accident on Interstate 405.

According to the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT), the disastrous crash happened in a work zone on I-405.

Reports say that a contractor sustained injuries when a vehicle struck their truck.

Authorities say that the contractor was reducing lanes when the collision occurred, completely destroying the truck and its equipment, including digital message signs and static signage. Emergency responders transported the contractor to the hospital, and WSDOT confirmed that they are expected to recover.

WSDOT shared photos of the damaged vehicles and emphasized the dangers faced by workers in active road zones. The department is urging drivers to slow down, remain alert, and exercise caution near work zones to prevent similar incidents.

This crash comes just over a week after another WSDOT worker was struck by a vehicle near Leavenworth.

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Sweet Lawyers reminds all drivers to stay vigilant, slow down, and follow signage in work zones to protect the lives of those keeping our roads safe. We wish the injured contractor a full and speedy recovery. Remember, attentive driving saves lives.

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