Semi-truck full of whiskey overturns, causing traffic on I-90 near Snoqualmie
Semi-truck carrying whisky overturns on I-90 in WA
A semi-truck carrying whisky overturned on I-90 east of North Bend Friday morning.
SNOQUALMIE, Wash. - Travelers are advised to expect delays on I-90 near Snoqualmie as crews work to remove a semi-truck that rolled over Friday morning.
(WSP Trooper Rick Johnson)
Washington State Patrol Trooper Rick Johnson announced the crash on social media at 7:35 a.m., sharing a photo of the overturned semi on eastbound I-90 near milepost 45.
In a follow-up post, Johnson said the driver was not injured, and no other vehicles were involved. Inside the truck were 10,000 bottles of Woodinville Whiskey.
What they're saying:
"Back on the wheels! The load is 10,000 bottles of Woodinville Whiskey. Apparently most survived. Hope to open soon," Johnson wrote.
The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) said one lane would remain open as crews continue cleanup efforts. Just before noon, WSDOT said traffic would likely be backed up for most of the day.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
The Source: Information in this story comes from Washington State Patrol Trooper Rick Johnson and the Washington State Department of Transportation.
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