SR 169 was closed in both directions north of Enumclaw early Thursday morning, the Washington Department of Transportation (WSDOT) reported, due to a power pole fire. “Seek alternate routes and expect delays.”UPDATE: Here’s a look at the location of the closure of SR 169 after an earlier incident. https://t.co/9KpJaMgk6f pic.twitter.com/RefzKAemiZ — WSDOT Traffic (@wsdot_traffic) January 29, 2026The Enumclaw Fire Department later revealed that a power pole fire caused the highway closure. “When fire crews arrived on scene, they found a power pole that was on fire and significantly compromised,” the Enumclaw Fire Department stated. “Highway 169 was immediately shut down at the cross streets-416th St and 400th St, due to the danger.