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SNOHOMISH, Snohomish County, Wash., Oct. 29, 2026 — One person was hospitalized after a head-on crash blocked two northbound lanes of State Route 9 on Wednesday morning, October 28, near Lowell-Larimer Road south of Snohomish.
The crash involved two vehicles that collided head-on, Washington State Patrol Trooper Kelsey Harding said. One person was taken to a hospital with injuries described as non-life-threatening. No further details on the people involved have been released.
Tow crews were called to clear the vehicles from the roadway. The Washington State Department of Transportation reported that both northbound lanes were shut down while crews worked the scene, with traffic affected for about an hour and a half.
WSDOT said the lanes reopened at around 8:30 a.m. once the vehicles were removed and the roadway was cleared. The cause of the crash has not been confirmed, and it remains under review.
We wish the injured a complete and speedy recovery.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where do most head-on crashes happen?
They are common on two-lane highways and rural roads without a median, where opposing lanes of traffic are separated only by a painted line.
What role does passing play in head-on crashes?
Attempting to pass another vehicle on a two-lane road is a frequent factor, since it puts a driver temporarily in the oncoming lane with less room to react if traffic appears.
How do median barriers help prevent head-on crashes?
Physical barriers between opposing lanes keep vehicles from crossing into oncoming traffic, which is why many highway safety projects add them to stretches with a history of these crashes.
What should I do if a car drifts into my lane?
Slow down, move right toward the shoulder if possible, and avoid swerving sharply left, since that can put you directly into the path of other oncoming vehicles.
