UPDATE: October 23 at 9:15 p.m.

According to the Washington State Patrol, the truck driver had a valid permit instructing them to avoid the overpass by taking Exit 80, but they violated this permit by crossing it. It is unclear what the truck was transporting.

Meantime, a letter from Reagan Dunn, Vice Chair of the King County Council, highlighted concerns about oversized vehicle strikes on Washington’s infrastructure.

Dunn requested a comprehensive review by WSDOT to prevent future incidents. He emphasized the importance of strengthening infrastructure protections and driver accountability.

Dunn also expressed support for WSDOT’s ongoing efforts to improve advance-warning signage and detection systems for vulnerable structures.

He suggested considering frameworks to increase driver ac

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