WSP to Boost Patrols Near WSU

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  Washington State Patrol will conduct emphasis patrols from Aug. 14-16“the Washington State Patrol (WSP) will conduct emphasis patrols from Friday, Aug. 14, through Sunday, Aug. 16.”
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  The emphasis patrols will be along State Route 26“Motorists traveling to WSU can expect an increased WSP presence along State Route 26, Interstate 90 over Snoqualmie Pass , and through Ellensburg and Grant County .”
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  The emphasis patrols will be along I-90 over Snoqualmie Pass“Motorists traveling to WSU can expect an increased WSP presence along State Route 26, Interstate 90 over Snoqualmie Pass , and through Ellensburg and Grant County .”
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  The emphasis patrols will be through Ellensburg and Grant County“Motorists traveling to WSU can expect an increased WSP presence along State Route 26, Interstate 90 over Snoqualmie Pass , and through Ellensburg and Grant County .”
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  The emphasis patrols are to address speeding, distracted driving, and impaired driving“During the emphasis, District 6 troopers in Grant and Kittitas counties will focus on speeding, distracted driving, and impaired driving, and other collision-causing violations.”
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  The emphasis patrols are near Washington State University“Motorists traveling to WSU can expect an increased WSP presence along State Route 26, Interstate 90 over Snoqualmie Pass , and through Ellensburg and Grant County . Whether you’re a first-year student or returning to campus, the start of the school year should be an exciting milestone, not one that ends”
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  Troopers will enforce posted speed limits during the patrols“Troopers will be actively enforcing posted speed limits throughout the emphasis.”
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  Troopers will have zero tolerance for impaired driving during the patrols“Troopers will have zero tolerance for impaired driving.”
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  The patrols follow 12 fatal collisions investigated in District 6“So far this year, District 6 has investigated 12 fatal collisions , which is 12 too many, especially when many of these tragedies are preventable.”
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  The 12 fatal collisions occurred so far in 2026“So far this year, District 6 has investigated 12 fatal collisions , which is 12 too many, especially when many of these tragedies are preventable.”
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  The WSP aims to ensure safe travel for students returning to campus“The WSP's primary goal is to ensure everyone arrives back at school safely.”
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  Motorists traveling to WSU should expect increased patrols during the three-day period“Motorists traveling to WSU can expect an increased WSP presence along State Route 26, Interstate 90 over Snoqualmie Pass , and through Ellensburg and Grant County . Whether you’re a first-year student or returning to campus, the start of the school year should be an exciting milestone, not one that ends”