Crash on I-81 South cleared in Roanoke County

Odyssey Fields

May 21, 2024 at 9:26 AM·1 min read

UPDATE: 9:45 A.M. ROANOKE COUNTY, Va. (WFXR) — All lanes on I-81 South in Roanoke County are now open after a tractor-trailer crashed.

There are no further updates at this time.

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UPDATE: 9:45 A.M. ROANOKE COUNTY, Va. (WFXR) — VDOT says traffic is now backed up on I-81 South in Roanoke County for almost four miles.

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ROANOKE COUNTY, Va. (WFXR) — Drivers traveling on Interstate 81 South in Roanoke County can expect delays after a tractor-trailer crashed Tuesday morning.

According to the Virginia Department of Transportation, the crash happened at mile marker 133, in the Glenvar Heights area. Currently, the south left shoulder and left lane are closed and traffic is backed up for almost two miles.

Drivers are encouraged to find an alternative route until the crash is cleared.

WFXR News will update this story as more details become available.

For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WFXRtv.

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