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Heard on: Whatcom County Sheriff, Bellingham and Western Washington University Police · 1/12/2026 09:08 AM
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Traffic hazard, westbound ten at the Ferndale city limits.
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One fifty-three traffic hazard, welfare check.
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Vehicles pull over after possible animal strike near Ferndale

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As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency communications reported a possible traffic hazard on W Axton Road, west of Ferndale. A truck and a passenger car had pulled over after possibly striking an animal. Drivers appeared to be okay, with one person outside attempting to signal other vehicles. The situation may have involved a minor collision or animal impact.

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W Axton Rd, Ferndale, WA
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