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Two injured after cars become trapped under semi-truck in Tukwila

One person had serious injuries and was taken to a Seattle-area hospital for treatment.
Credit: Puget Sound Regional Fire Authority

TUKWILA, Wash. — Two people were injured after two cars became trapped under a semi-truck in Tukwila. 

Firefighters responded to the accident at West Valley Highway and Interstate 405 in Tukwila at around 5 a.m. Tuesday morning. 

One person had to be extricated from their car and was discovered to have serious injuries from the crash. They were taken to a Seattle-area hospital. 

Another patient was treated at the scene and taken to a local hospital by ambulance, according to the Puget Sound Regional Fire Authority. 

The on and off ramps on northbound I-405 at State Route 181 in Tukwila are partially blocked due to the collision, according to the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT). Drivers are asked to use alternate exits.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates. 

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