Tamera Anderson and Paul Swisher Injured in Two-Car Collision on Highway 101 Near Sequim, Washington – October 14, 2025

On October 14, 2025, a two-car collision on U.S. Highway 101 east of Sequim, Washington, resulted in injuries to Tamera Anderson, 47, and Paul Swisher, 46, both residents of Sequim. The Washington State Patrol reported that the incident occurred when 75-year-old Yvonne Newton of Sequim attempted to turn west onto the highway from Palo Alto Road, entering the path of an eastbound Audi Q5 driven by Swisher. The impact caused both vehicles to be totaled and obstruct all lanes of the highway.

All three individuals involved, including Newton, were transported to Olympic Medical Center with injuries. Authorities confirmed that all parties were wearing seatbelts at the time of the collision, and no alcohol or drugs were involved. Newton was cited for failure to yield. The event underscores the hazards of highway intersections and the critical importance of adherence to traffic regulations to prevent similar incidents.