23-car crash snarls traffic on I-5 in Shoreline

daverino said on February 15, 2010 at 10:03 AM

Oh good! Don't forget all those citations!.. Really, it takes one dummy to wreck-it for everyone

tomma206 said on February 13, 2010 at 5:20 PM

someonewhocares.You are right. Coffee drinkers and people never use their blinkers anymore.Ridiculous how easy it is to get a license. I am never for raising restrictions on people but the madness must stop.1 year driving course in the snow, rain and sun with much emphasis on using turn signals as well as not riding on peoples asses.

bullfrog54 said on February 13, 2010 at 9:39 AM

I'm sure she seen snow!

sumonewhocares said on February 13, 2010 at 2:23 AM

The common "rule" of following another vehicle, is one car distance - per every 10MPH you are driving. I have yet to see that in my many years of driving in Washington State. I myself don't have any desire to see what you have hanging from your rear view mirror, but some people must find this a fascinating hobby, since they ride so closely to your rear end. Non-Blinkers and tail-gators, some say natural selection, some say aggressive drivers.... I say....the life you save, may be your own. If you want to be there that quickly, get up early, or lessen the caffeine.

natedoggua said on February 13, 2010 at 2:22 AM

A 23 car crash and all they get is 2 grainy DOT cam stills?

megandawn said on February 13, 2010 at 1:34 AM

I was literally RIGHT behind the accident today -- one of the few cars that got to drive past it before they detoured traffic; we definitely counted 20 cars ourselves, so KOMO was way wrong if they said there were only 5! There was a ton of debris on the road, too; lucky only one person had minor injuries!

factoid said on February 12, 2010 at 5:53 PM

"brewster" gets an A for his/her comment. "fleetkanani" Yes you should be able to avoid it, provided you leave proper distance, your speed is adjusted for the current conditions and of course your paying attention.

97850 said on February 12, 2010 at 5:47 PM

I'm surprised this doesn't happen more often. Washingtonians are terrible drivers. They follow too close and refuse to move right after they pass. many often drive about with their fog lights on in broad daylight- both illegal and dangerous. Learn to drive and the accidents will be fewer and farther between!

xtremeracer said on February 12, 2010 at 4:48 PM

I agree with fixin2go I drive a semi and it never ceases to amaze me at the Idiots who cut in front and hit the brakes

lilredcv said on February 12, 2010 at 4:36 PM

brewster - sounds like at least 22 more "idiots" ruining the commute for thousands of others. More than likely everyone behind #1 will be cited for following too closely. Quit riding the bumpers of the cars in front of you folks! Whatever you're in a hurry for isn't worth a life!!! Slow down. Utilize basic common courtesy on the roads you're driving. Use your turn signals for changing lanes.

auburngirl said on February 12, 2010 at 4:32 PM

I hope they all learned a lesson Tail-gating and inattention stupid stupid stupid stupid ............ !!!!

horseboy said on February 12, 2010 at 4:27 PM

Let the state make the extra money by stronger driving requirements and more frequent driver's tests, maybe every 8 years or so. Being a daily driver that took drivers ed in this state, there are obviously lots of people who could use a driver's ed class. And if you move here from another country I don't believe classes are even a requirement, just the test.

thunderbird3 said on February 12, 2010 at 3:42 PM

i wonder how many people involved in the accident was talking on the phone, texting, putting on make up,eating, shaving, with a dog on lap, etc. today a red ford escort passed me and 2 other cars, stupid driver was driving on the shoulder of the road on freeway 405 still cant believe it

heyler7 said on February 12, 2010 at 3:25 PM

This is one way to support our economy... having to replace and or repair their cars!

euroguy said on February 12, 2010 at 3:01 PM

I agree with brewster too, those peanutheads even make a complete stop on the highway just to switch lanes or they cut you off so you have to hit the breaks like there is no tomorrow. Sorry but there is a serious need for drivers ED .

euroguy said on February 12, 2010 at 2:50 PM

I agree with brewster too, I see those peanutheads even make a complete stop on the highway just to switch lanes or they cut you off so you have to slam the breaks like an retart. Sorry but there is a need for better driving Ed required.

fixin2go said on February 12, 2010 at 2:46 PM

Gotta go with Brewster on this one. Even when you do leave a safe distance in front of you, there is always some jack@$$ that has to try and squeeze in...

fleetkanani said on February 12, 2010 at 2:46 PM

So what most of you are saying is that a heart attack or blown tire is an idiots fault ??? Which is not said here, With the speed that is driven you could avoid it?

junkinthetrunk said on February 12, 2010 at 2:28 PM

I 100% agree with Brewster, these idiots who don't get the whole driving on the freeway thing are a menace to all of us.

thunderbird3 said on February 12, 2010 at 2:24 PM

23 cars? komonews says only 5..

sp2009 said on February 12, 2010 at 2:23 PM

I agree with brewster as well. Ppl need to learn how to drive!

levic991 said on February 12, 2010 at 2:20 PM

That is what happens when people tail gates and go too fast.

myowncomments said on February 12, 2010 at 2:01 PM

I agree with brewster

fleetkanani said on February 12, 2010 at 1:58 PM

Brewster: comments like yours are just down right dumb, there is no information as what happened, and accidents to happen.. Grow up and make sound remarks...

brewster said on February 12, 2010 at 1:39 PM

Great! One more idiot ruining the commute for thousands of others!