Ephrata, WA – Drivers in central Washington are experiencing significant delays today as State Route 28 is closed in both directions at Winchester due to an active collision investigation, according to the Grant County Sheriff’s Office.
According to deputies, the closure was announced Wednesday morning after emergency crews responded to a crash on SR28 West near the Winchester area. Authorities have not released details on the number of vehicles involved or whether anyone was injured, but officials noted that the roadway will remain blocked while investigators work the scene.
The sheriff’s office urged drivers to avoid the area and expect detours as traffic is redirected around the closure. No estimated reopening time has been announced, and crews are expected to remain on-site for an extended period. Deputies said updates will be added directly to their official post as new information becomes available.
SR28 serves as a key travel corridor connecting communities across Grant County, including Quincy, Ephrata, and the greater Columbia Basin region. The closure is expected to affect both commuter and commercial traffic through the early afternoon, depending on the duration of the investigation.
Motorists traveling between Quincy and Ephrata may experience longer travel times as alternate local routes absorb the increased traffic volume. Drivers are encouraged to check real-time travel maps, obey posted detours, and allow extra time for delays.
This is a developing story. More details will be reported as they are released by authorities.
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