The motor vehicle accident was between Exits 14 and 13, with only one lane open in the area.
The crash was reported at 9:50 a.m., and the Department of Transportation said traffic was tied up for about 2 miles in the area.
The right and center lanes were closed.
Connecticut State Police said there were two minor injuries reported. It was not known when the accident scene would be cleared.
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