Centralia has implemented a citywide burn ban effective September 3, 2026, to prevent wildfire risks during dry conditions, marking a significant public safety measure for the area.
Multiple infrastructure projects are underway along I-5 and local roads this week. I-5 lane closures begin Monday for paving near Grand Mound, with work continuing through October. Additional I-5 closures are scheduled from September 8-11 for weigh-in-motion sensor replacement between La Bree Road and Main Street, ending Friday. Another I-5 project continues until late September.
SR 507 and SR 302 roadwork updates are in effect, with WSDOT providing schedules for drivers navigating the area. SR 508 work also begins this week, with lane closures affecting local routes.
In Puyallup, a ramp from 9th Street SW to westbound SR 512 will close from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Tuesday, September 8, with a detour to the 31st Avenue SW ramp.
Lewis County Emergency Management confirmed no active evacuations for Chehalis, Centralia, and surrounding areas as of September 7, 2026, providing clarity on current emergency status.
What to watch next: The I-5 paving project near Grand Mound will continue through October, requiring drivers to plan for extended lane closures. The weigh-in-motion sensor replacement work on I-5 will conclude Friday, September 11, with traffic patterns returning to normal afterward.