Landslide Shuts Down I-5 in Bellingham

A massive landslide in Bellingham, Washington, has shut down northbound Interstate 5, affecting traffic for over 12 hours. The landslide, caused by record-breaking rain, trapped a semi-truck and a passenger vehicle, although all occupants were able to escape without injury. This has resulted in about 2,000 cubic yards of debris, including mud and tree branches, blocking the route. Efforts to clear the debris and stabilize the area are ongoing, with no estimated time for reopening. Heavy rainstorms, which meteorologists say are likely to increase due to climate change, were a significant factor in the landslide. Meanwhile, in Ohio, an unrelated incident has closed a five-mile stretch of I-90 eastbound in Ashtabula County, though details remain sparse.