A semi truck struck the White River Bridge in Washington state back on August 18, causing major damage that forced the bridge to close completely.
Why it matters: The bridge is a main route for both locals and truckers in King and Pierce counties. With the bridge shut down, detours add about 38 miles to the usual trip.
- On Tuesday, August 27, Governor Bob Ferguson declared an emergency so repairs could move quicker.
- The cost to fix the bridge will be more than $2 million.
- State agencies are being told to do whatever they can to restore the bridge, while Washington asks for federal help to cover the cost.
The bottom line: There is no estimate yet for when the bridge will be repaired and reopened to traffic.