Interstate 25 back open after series of crashes close southbound lanes in northern Colorado

Interstate 25 is back open after a series of crashes led to the closure of the southbound lanes in northern Colorado. 

The incident happened Thursday afternoon between the Berthoud and Johnstown exits.

Nearly a dozen people were hurt.

A total of 22 vehicles were involved in the crashes, according to Loveland Fire Rescue Authority.

A construction project is taking place in the area.