Initial reports were of multiple collisions on both sides of the interstate.
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There were reports of drivers attempting to go the wrong way up the Slater Road on-ramp to avoid the traffic jam.
The closure is needed while a WSDOT crew makes guardrail repairs.
The trailer had buckled and was dragging on the ground.
WSDOT said the closures can be expected today through a week from today.
There were reports of a motorcycle traveling over 100mph on I-5 prior to the crash.
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."
The driver, the only occupant, was transported to Harborview Medical Center in Seattle.