Episode

After a pandemic spike, traffic deaths are trending down in WA

Podcast: Seattle Now
Published: Jun 2, 2026
Duration seconds: 891
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Summary

Roads in Seattle and in Washington state can be dangerous places - for pedestrians, cyclists and other drivers. After peaking in 2023, traffic fatalities around the state are slowly trending down. We’ll hear from the Washington Traffic Safety Commission about why, and where the state can go from here.