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Dennis Katsnelson

A stretch of road in Marysville, Washington, Thursday morning was filled with a foul stench after fish spilled out of an overturned semi-truck. The incident happened around 8 a.m. on Sept. 21 and caught commuters by surprise. According to KATU 2 television reports, the truck overturned on Interstate 5, just south of State Route 531, causing fish to spill across all lanes of traffic. Due to the severity of the situation, all northbound lanes were closed for nearly 2 hours while diligent crews worked tirelessly to clean up the disgusting load. Realizing the inconvenience this was causing, the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) took to social media and advised drivers passing in the area to board up their windows, emphasizing the seriousness of the situation.

We took this video from KING 5 Seattle YouTube Channel.

Through a concerted effort, the overturned truck was successfully lifted by 8:40 a.m., allowing normal traffic to resume. As a result, all lanes of the highway were reopened about 9:50 a.m., bringing relief to those who were caught up in the unexpected delays caused by this unpleasant accident. Fortunately, no one was injured in the accident, which spared people from any trouble. However, the exact cause of the rollover remains unclear, leaving investigators with no questions as they scrutinize the circumstances leading up to this unusual accident on a Marysville highway.

The aftermath of this accident has left an indelible reminder of the challenges emergency and accident response crews face in bringing order to the roadways. The collaborative effort to mitigate the effects of the truck rollover is a testament to the dedication of those involved in keeping Washington's transportation infrastructure safe and functional.

As the community digests the unusual events of that Thursday, local residents and passersby will remember the fish-filled chaos that momentarily disrupted the peace and tranquility of a Marysville highway.