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Washington road fatalities plunge 18 percent, but risks rise for older drivers and pedestrians
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Washington road fatalities plunge 18 percent, but risks rise for older drivers and pedestrians
OLYMPIA — Traffic fatalities in Washington dropped 18 percent over the last two years, down from a 33-year high of 809 deaths in 2023 to 659 in 2025, according to preliminary state data. The Washington Traffic Safety Commission reported improvements across most behaviors, including declines in speeding, distraction, and young driver involvements. However, total fatalities still remain above pre-pandemic levels. “It is encouraging to see this dec…
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