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I-40 Crash Snarls Traffic, Injures One
19 Jan
Summary
- A car and SUV were involved in the Saturday night crash.
- No fatalities were reported, only personal injuries.
- Three lanes of I-40 eastbound were closed following the incident.
A collision on I-40 east in Wake County on Saturday night has led to personal injuries and significant traffic disruptions. The crash, which involved a car and an SUV, occurred near Mile Marker 286, close to North Harrison Avenue, northeast of Morrisville. Highway Patrol confirmed that while injuries were reported, there were no fatalities.
Traffic was heavily impacted, backing up as far as the Aviation Parkway exit. The North Carolina Department of Transportation reported that three lanes of I-40 eastbound were closed due to the incident. The exact number of injured individuals and the specific cause of the crash remain undetermined.
Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the collision. It is unclear at this time when the affected lanes of I-40 will reopen to traffic. Commuters are advised to seek alternative routes and expect ongoing delays in the area.
