State Route 18 in Maple Valley, Covington closed due to downed trees and ice | Update | Covington-Maple Valley Reporter

State Route 18 in Maple Valley, Covington closed due to downed trees and ice | Update

State Route 18 has been closed between Auburn Way and Issaquah-Hobart Road due to downed trees and ice, according to the Washington State Department of Transportation.

January 19, 2012 12:04 pm

State Route 18 has been closed between Auburn Way and Issaquah-Hobart Road due to downed trees and ice, according to the Washington State Department of Transportation.

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