December 17, 2024

Truckers face $500 fines for not carrying chains

Steve Smith

Truckers face $500 fines for not carrying chains

Truckers on Snoqualmie Pass are feeling the heat from recent enforcement efforts by the Washington State Patrol.

What's happening: The patrol has ramped up checks for tire chains, with drivers facing fines of $500 if they don't comply with chain rules.

These operations began on November 1, when the requirement to carry chains kicked in.
Over a two-day period in November, 146 commercial vehicles were inspected, resulting in 64 citations.

Details: Washington State mandates that vehicles weighing over 10,000 pounds carry chains from November 1 to April 1. The rules apply to several key routes including I-90 and SR-97 according to state regulations.

Why it matters: Proper use of chains ensures safety for both truckers and other drivers navigating these challenging mountain roads.

Thankfully, enforcement days have not resulted in any reported incidents or injuries so far.

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