https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/serious-disruptions-to-washington-state-ferries-routes-across-puget-soundContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/serious-disruptions-to-washington-state-ferries-routes-across-puget-soundhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/serious-disruptions-to-washington-state-ferries-routes-across-puget-sound#u113393Sat, 10 Oct 2026 08:30:55 +0000Washington State Ferries suffered severe disruptions across Puget Sound routes on Monday, Oct. 5, 2026, after engine room workers engaged in a mass sick-out. The staffing shortage forced cancellations and reduced service, leaving 72% of the fleet out of operation and 13 of 18 vessels disrupted during the morning commute. Entire routes were suspended or limited to a single boat while management attempted to fill vacant slots. Officials criticized the job action as an improper method for addressing wage concerns.Why it mattersWashington State Ferries provides vital transportation links across Pu