CAR, ELK CRASH: The Washington State Patrol investigated a Nov. 30 collision where a vehicle struck an elk on state Route 410 west of Greenwater. The impact caused severe damage to the vehicle and the elk died shortly after impact.

TREE DOWN: WSP troopers and Department of Transportation crews responded Nov. 29 to a fallen tree on state Route 410 near mile post 52. The roadway was completely blocked until the tree was removed.

KEEPING BUSY: WSP troopers were busy during Thanksgiving week in the Enumclaw area: 159 vehicles were stopped for various violations, 51 people received speeding citations, four were arrested for driving under the influence and troopers responded to seven collisions.