The closure is needed while a WSDOT crew makes guardrail repairs.
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The trailer had buckled and was dragging on the ground.
11:25am - Ferry service has tentatively resumed after a system assessment according to Ferry Division officials.
WSDOT said the closures can be expected today through a week from today.
Drivers are encouraged to use an alternate route around the work area to avoid the expected delays.
As of 1:55pm, southbound traffic was backed up about 2.5 miles to the Meridian Street interchange.
"Our priority is keeping the roadway safe for all users and we need to shift our resources moving into the winter months."
As of 3:25pm, all lanes were reported to have been reopened.
No one was injured but northbound I-5 is expected to be reduced to 1 lane through the evening commute.