Motor Vehicle Accident on Southbound I-5 near 56th Street, Tacoma

Summary: A motor vehicle accident occurred on southbound Interstate 5 transitioning to westbound 56th Street in Tacoma, Washington. Emergency units including Engine 17, Battalion 3, Safety 3, and Aid 2 responded to the scene. The incident involved a single vehicle blocking lane 5, just south of 38th Street on the mainline. Access to the scene was advised from either Highway 16 or downtown Tacoma. Engine 17 assumed command and coordinated traffic blocking and investigation. The scene was stabilized and units were released as available.