Pierce County, WA – Drivers across Pierce County are facing widespread road closures Wednesday following powerful overnight winds that knocked down trees, power lines, and utility poles, creating hazardous travel conditions across the region.
According to the Pierce County Sheriff’s Office and Pierce County Planning & Public Works, multiple county roads remain closed due to debris, leaning trees, downed power lines, flooding, and landslides. Crews are responding throughout the day to clear roadways, though closures may change as conditions evolve and utility work continues.
Officials urge drivers to slow down, use headlights, allow extra stopping distance, and never drive around barricades or through standing water. Residents are also warned to avoid areas with downed utility lines or unstable slopes.
Among the notable closures Wednesday:
- Lafayette Street S from 8th Ave Ct. S to 10th Ave S (utility pole damage)
- 56th Street NW at Kopachuck Dr. NW (downed tree and utility lines)
- Orville Road E from State Route 162 to 200th St. E
- 16th Avenue East at Tehaleh Vista Blvd (leaning tree and utility lines)
- Back Open – McCutcheon Road E from 176th St. E to SR 162
- State Route 162 near Brookdale Road and Chesney Road (tree and utility damage)
Additional closures affect rural roads near Wilkeson Creek, South Tapps Drive, Lower Burnett Road, and areas south of Eatonville due to flooding and landslide risk.
Residents can report downed trees, flooding, or drainage issues to Pierce County Public Works at (253) 798-6000 or via PierceCountyWa.gov/Works. State highway conditions are available through WSDOT’s real-time travel map.
Motorists are encouraged to delay travel if possible and check for updates before heading out.
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