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Northbound lanes of I-5 blocked south of Bellingham late Wednesday

WHATCOM COUNTY, Wash. — First responders were dispatched to the northbound lanes of I-5 in the area of the N Lake Samish Drive interchange about 7:45pm on Wednesday, June 23, 2026, due to reports of a rollover crash.

Initial reports from the scene were that a vehicle was in the median north of the interchange.

About 8pm, Washington State Patrol announced this is a serious injury crash and both lanes of I-5 were closed. There was no estimate for reopening the roadway and alternate routes were recommended.


This is a developing story and will be updated as information becomes available.


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