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The Unsung Heroes Keeping WA Roads Flowing | Seattle News
When the World Cup heats up, so does the pressure on Washington’s highway heroes—the Incident Response Team. Thirty drivers cover 200+ miles per shift, tackling crashes, animals, debris, and stranded vehicles, responding to over 30,000 calls last year alone. They’re the first line of defense, strategically placed to clear hazards before traffic grinds to a halt. But the job’s risky—nearly a quarter of the crew got hit by cars last year. During a recent match, one truck nearly got rear-ended. They’re asking drivers to give them space and to call for help if they break down—because they’re…
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