Auburn, WA – Several Injured in Seven-Vehicle Crash Involving Semi on SR 18

The collision occurred on SR-18, west of State Route 167.

Auburn, WA – Several people were taken to hospitals following a seven-vehicle collision involving a semi-truck on eastbound State Route 18 near Auburn on Tuesday evening, according to Washington State Patrol.

The collision occurred on SR-18, west of State Route 167.

According to Washington State Patrol, a semi-truck reportedly experienced brake failure and struck multiple vehicles. An initial alert indicated that eight or nine vehicles may have been involved, but a later update from Washington State Patrol Trooper Rick Johnson confirmed a total of seven vehicles.

Several people were transported to hospitals for treatment. Authorities said none of the injuries were considered major.

All lanes were initially closed as emergency crews responded, with traffic diverted to State Route 181. The incident remains under investigation.