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Traffic backups on EB lanes of I-70 after 2 semis crash

October 5, 2023 / 4:39 PM MDT / CBS Colorado

Traffic backups EB lanes of I-70 after 2 semis crash

A crash involving two semi trucks and an RV closed two eastbound lanes of Interstate 70 on Thursday afternoon. The crash happened about 4 :20 p.m. at I-70 and Ward Road. The interstate was back open to normal traffic just before 6:30 p.m.

Two semis involved in a crash on eastbound I-70 in Wheat Ridge on Thursday. Wheat Ridge Police

Wheat Ridge police said the crash could take at least an hour to clean up. Only the right lane was open after the crash.

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What led to the crash is being investigated. Drivers are urged to take an alternate route.

Jennifer McRae

Jennifer McRae is a digital media producer for CBS Colorado with more than 25 years of experience in news. Jennifer is part of the digital team recognized for excellence for Best Website several times by the Colorado Broadcasters Association.

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