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Multi-car crash causes 22-mile back-up on EB I-90

Photos courtesy of The Washington State Patrol.

NEAR SNOQUALMIE PASS — A four-car crash caused a 22-mile backup Sunday, shutting down the eastbound lanes of I-90 just east of Snoqualmie Pass.

Authorities said several people were seriously injured. One person was confirmed dead in the crash.

Eastbound traffic was stopped at milepost 47, near the Denny Creek area. According to authorities, the area was reopened just before 5 p.m.

Officials warned drivers to expect significant delays on westbound I-90 as well.

The area has been cleared. The cause of the crash is under investigation.

Cox Media Group

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