Crew shortages lead to ferry disruptions ahead of busy Labor Day weekend

Washington State Ferries experienced multiple delays and service interruptions on Tuesday, days before an expected ridership increase.

SEATTLE — Washington State Ferries (WSF) sent more than two dozen service alerts and updates on social media Tuesday, highlighting ongoing issues before what it is expected to be one of the busiest weekends of ridership this summer. 

“The increased traffic usually happens every weekend, but it’ll probably be especially busy being the final hurrah of the summer,” said spokesperson Justin Fujioka. 

He said officials expect between 300,000 and 350,000 riders between Thursday and Monday. 

“If you can, travel late and night and early in

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