The accident, according to the Everett Police Department, was reported at about 2 p.m. February 19, on State Route 99 near 180th Street SW
Everett, WA – A collision between a vehicle and a pedestrian sent one person to a hospital in Everett on Thursday afternoon.
The accident, according to the Everett Police Department, was reported at about 2 p.m. February 19, on State Route 99 near 180th Street SW.
A preliminary report indicates that a woman was hit by a vehicle on the highway. Authorities have not released details on how the woman was struck.
The Everett police and Everett Fire Department crews responded to the scene shortly after receiving reports of the accident.
The pedestrian was transported to a hospital with what authorities described as serious injuries. The woman’s identity was not immediately released.
Authorities have not announced any arrests in connection with the incident and no further details on the involved driver were released.
The Everett Police Department is looking into the evidence and information gathered at the scene to establish the exact cause of the accident.
Traffic-related injuries and deaths in Snohomish County have remained a serious concern in the recent years. Fatalities due to accidents averaged 44 annually between 2021 and 2023. The situation worsened as it reached its highest point in 2022, when 57 lives were lost due to traffic collisions. Data from the Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC) shows that a large share of these fatal crashes occurred on state highways, with State Routes 99, 92, 9, and 530 ranking among the most dangerous roadways in the county. These routes are particularly hazardous due to a combination of sharp curves and heavy traffic flow, including frequent semi-truck activity. Such conditions often lead to risky passing maneuvers, increasing the likelihood of vehicles veering into oncoming lanes. In addition to roadway design and traffic volume, contributing factors commonly include impaired driving, excessive speed, unsafe passing, and driver distraction. Motorists are strongly encouraged to stay alert, especially when traveling through high-risk areas, to reduce the chances of being involved in a devastating crash.
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