Grant County, Washington – A crash on SR28 near Soap Lake closed the highway Wednesday, halting traffic.
According to the Grant County Sheriff’s Office, the closure affects SR28/Road A Northwest between Soap Lake and Ephrata while the Washington State Patrol investigates an injury collision.
Authorities said an air ambulance landed at the scene to assist with medical transport. The extent of injuries has not been publicly released. Officials have not provided an estimated reopening time.
The sheriff’s office stated the roadway will remain closed until the investigation and scene response are complete. Drivers are advised to avoid the area and seek alternate routes between Soap Lake and Ephrata.
Washington State Patrol is handling the crash investigation. Additional details, including the number of vehicles involved and the cause of the collision, have not yet been confirmed.
The closure affects a key connector route in central Grant County and may impact afternoon commuters and commercial traffic traveling between the two communities.
Officials said updates will be provided once the roadway reopens.
This is a developing situation.
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