Washington State ferry passengers are advised via PA system not to leave backpacks or packages unattended during ferry crossings.
Meanwhile- on the car deck- cars, trucks, vans, commercial vehicles, etc. are left unattended during ferry crossings.
Another round trip ferry crossing the other day. No security screening at either terminal.
On occasion, the press will do a story on a ferry security drill.
If the Oklahoma City bomber rolls onto the ferry- how does the SWAT team help out an hour later?
More here: Washington State Ferries Security
Recent fatality at Anacortes Ferry Terminal:
Washington State Ferries Security – Looking for Clarification
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