Tractor-Trailer Crash Causes Miles-Long Delays On I-495 Near I-270 In Maryland (Developing)

A busy stretch of I-495 in Montgomery County was flooded with traffic on Tuesday afternoon following a reported tractor-trailer crash near I-270.

The crash was reported on I-495 in the area of I-270 in Montgomery County.
Photo Credit: *Maryland DOT*

Zak Failla

10/01/2024 3:36 p.m.

An alert was issued shortly before 3:30 p.m. on Oct. 1 after crews responded to the westbound lanes at the I-270 Spur, resulting in multiple lane closures as the incident was investigated.

Traffic slowed to a crawl with vehicles only getting by in the left two lanes. Delays were estimated at approximately two miles on the interstate.

No details about the crash have been provided.

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