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Stretch Of I-95 Closed Due To Multi-Vehicle Crash In Lorton (DEVELOPING) Stretch Of I-95 Closed Due To Multi-Vehicle Crash In Lorton (DEVELOPING)
Stretch Of I-95 Closed Due To Multi-Vehicle Crash In Lorton (Developing) Some travelers here hit with hectic conditions on I-95 in Virginia on Monday afternoon following a multi-vehicle crash that tied up traffic for miles. Shortly before 1:30 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 16, crews were called to a stretch of the northbound lanes of the interstate in Lorton, where there was a reported crash involving several vehicles that shut down I-95. I-95 traffic on Monday afternoon. Virginia DOT According to reports, there were multiple injuries. LORTON, VA (FAIRFAX COUNTY) | *MVC-MAJOR TRAUMA* | NB I-95 @ MM 163 | REPORTED WITH EJECTION | 2 UNCONSCIOUS PATIENTS DOWN IN…
Homicide Investigation Underway After Man Found Dead In Montgomery County: Police Homicide Investigation Underway After Man Found Dead In Montgomery County: Police
Homicide Investigation Underway After Man Found Dead In Montgomery County: Police A homicide investigation has been launched after a man was found dead in Montgomery County, police officials confirmed. An alert was issued at around 4:45 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 16 when officers were called to the area of Georgia Avenue and East West Highway in Silver Spring to probe a reported death when the man's body was located. TRAFFIC ADVISORY: MCPD is on scene of a death investigation. Georgia Avenue at East West Highway is closed. Drivers are advised to seek an alternate route. Expect significant delays. #MCPD #MCPNews #traffic pic.twitter.com/BiC4rH28gz — Montgomery County Departm…
Stretch Of I-66 Closed Due To Multi-Vehicle Crash With Injuries In Fairfax County (DEVELOPING) Stretch Of I-66 Closed Due To Multi-Vehicle Crash With Injuries In Fairfax County (DEVELOPING)
Stretch Of I-66 Closed Due To Multi-Vehicle Crash With Injuries In Fairfax County (Developing) Traffic slowed to a halt on Monday night following a multi-vehicle crash that left several injured on I-66 in Virginia, officials say. Fairfax County Fire and Rescue personnel were called on Nov. 4 to a stretch of the eastbound lanes of the interstate near Monument Drive, where there was a crash that left two people trapped and shut down all eastbound lanes. Traffic on I-66 on Monday night. Virginia DOT According to officials, two people were extricated and taken to local hospitals for treatment and evaluation of undisclosed injuries. The Virginia Department of Transportation said …
Several Lanes Blocked By I-495 Crash At Springfield Interchange: DOT Several Lanes Blocked By I-495 Crash At Springfield Interchange: DOT
Several Lanes Blocked By I-495 Crash At Springfield Interchange: DOT Several lanes were shut down on I-495 in Fairfax County on Tuesday afternoon during the evening commute following a crash that was reported in the area. Some motorists were delayed on Oct. 15, when there was a reported crash in the southbound lanes of the interstate at the Springfield Interchange that resulted in multiple lane closures while crews cleared the scene. Delays were estimated to be approximately three miles. Crash. I-495 SB (Outer Loop) at the Springfield Interchange (Exit 57). Fairfax County, VA. 4 left lanes are blocked, 1 right lane gets by. Delays are approximately 3 mil…
Emergency Roadwork Shuts Down Lanes On Route 50 In Anne Arundel County Emergency Roadwork Shuts Down Lanes On Route 50 In Anne Arundel County
Emergency Roadwork Shuts Down Lanes On Route 50 In Anne Arundel County Emergency roadwork led to lane closures on US Route 50 in Anne Arundel County on Monday afternoon.  As of 3:30 p.m. on Sept. 9 the two right lanes were blocked on US 50 prior to MD 424 in the area of Davidsonville. ALERT - Anne Arundel Co.: Emergency road work closing two right lanes on EB US 50 prior to MD 424. Delays back to US 301/MD 3 https://t.co/nbQrHgBFqw #MDtraffic cg — MD State Highway Adm (@MDSHA) September 9, 2024 Traffic slowed to a crawl as vehicles inched along the highway. The nature of the roadwork and repairs being made was not disclosed by officials. No timelin…
Northbound Lanes Of I-495 Closed In Fairfax County (DEVELOPING) Northbound Lanes Of I-495 Closed In Fairfax County (DEVELOPING)
Northbound Lanes Of I-495 Closed In Fairfax County (Developing) The afternoon commute got off to a rough start for some in Virginia when I-495 was temporarily shut down in Fairfax County. Delays of more than two miles were reported at approximately 4:15 p.m. on Wednesday, when a crash shut down the northbound lanes of the interstate near VA-123 (exit 47B). Update: Crash: NB on I-495 at MM46.2 (0.1mi north of VA-123S Exit47B) in Fairfax Co. All NB travel lanes closed. Delay 2 mi. 4:18PM — 511 Virginia (@511statewideva) August 21, 2024 No details about the crash have been released. According to officials, at approximately 4:30 p.m., traffic had reop…
Truck Crash On I-95 Causes Delays Upwards Of Four Miles In Virginia Truck Crash On I-95 Causes Delays Upwards Of Four Miles In Virginia
Truck Crash On I-95 Causes Delays Upwards Of Four Miles In Virginia Traffic was slowed on Monday morning by a truck crash in the southbound lanes of I-95 in Stafford County when a truck crashed, backing up vehicles for miles. As of 11:30 a.m. on Aug. 12, traffic was backed up for an estimated four miles on the interstate after lanes were initially closed until the truck could be removed to the side of the road, leaving only the right shoulder blocked. The crash was first reported around 7:30 a.m. on Monday near US-1 (Centerport Parkway/Exit 136). Truck Crash with Injury. I-95 SB before US-1(Centerport Parkway/Exit 136). Stafford County, VA. One right tr…
Multi-Vehicle Crash On I-95 Causes Delays Of 3.5 Miles In Virginia Multi-Vehicle Crash On I-95 Causes Delays Of 3.5 Miles In Virginia
Multi-Vehicle Crash On I-95 Causes Delays Of 3.5 Miles In Virginia Traffic was only getting by along the shoulder of a stretch of the northbound lanes of I-95 in Prince William County, where there was a multi-vehicle crash. As of  6 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 5, several lanes were closed on the interstate as crews investigated and cleared the scene of a crash in the area of VA-619 (exit 150/Joplin Road). Three left lanes and the shoulder were blocked, with northbound delays reported at nearly four miles as of 6:15 p.m. on Monday afternoon. No details about the crash have been released. Crash. I-95 NB before VA-619 (Exit 150/Joplin Road). Prince William…
Traffic Delayed For Miles On I-95 In Prince William County For Crash Investigation Traffic Delayed For Miles On I-95 In Prince William County For Crash Investigation
Traffic Delayed For Miles On I-95 In Prince William County For Crash Investigation There were some backups on I-95 in Prince William County on Monday afternoon as crews investigated a reported crash near Manassas. The Virginia DOT cautioned that motorists can expect delays on the interstate in the area of exit 152B (Route 234 North), which blocked the three middle southbound lanes, with traffic only getting by slowly on either shoulder. Virginia DOT As of 1 p.m. on July 29, officials said that backups were approximately three miles. Crash. I-95 SB before VA-234 (Exit 152/Dumfries Road). Prince William County, VA. 3 left lanes are blocked, the left shoulder and right…
Tractor-Trailer Crash Ties Up Traffic On I-95 In Prince William For Four Miles Tractor-Trailer Crash Ties Up Traffic On I-95 In Prince William For Four Miles
Tractor-Trailer Crash Ties Up Traffic On I-95 In Prince William For Four Miles Some motorists were delayed when traffic slowed to a halt on I-95 in Prince William County following a crash. At around 11 a.m. on July 9, an alert was issued regarding a tractor-trailer crash in the northbound lanes of the interstate past VA-234 (exit 152), which initially blocked all lanes of traffic, leading to lengthy delays for some travelers. Tractor Trailer Crash. I-95 NB past VA-234 (Exit 152). Prince William County, VA. All travel lanes are blocked. Traffic gets by the scene using the left shoulder. Delays are building. Express Lanes are closed for reversal at this time. — MATOC…
Disabled Vehicle Ties Up Traffic On I-95 In Fairfax County For Miles Disabled Vehicle Ties Up Traffic On I-95 In Fairfax County For Miles
Disabled Vehicle Ties Up Traffic On I-95 In Fairfax County For Miles Some motorists were held up for several miles on I-95 on Wednesday afternoon in Virginia due to a disabled vehicle. At around 2:45 p.m. on June 26, the Virginia Department of Transportation issued an alert cautioning that drivers can expect delays in the southbound lanes of the interstate around Fairfax County as the incident was investigated. According to the DOT, as of 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, the south, left center lane is closed, causing an estimated three-mile backup. Multi-Vehicle Crash. I-95 NB at VA-286 (Exit 166/Fairfax County Parkway). Fairfax County, VA. 2 right lanes are bloc…
Two Dead, One Hurt In Fiery I-270 Crash In Maryland Two Dead, One Hurt In Fiery I-270 Crash In Maryland
Two Dead, One Hurt In Fiery I-270 Crash In Maryland Two people were killed and one other injured in a three-vehicle crash on I-270 in Montgomery County that blocked several lanes early on Friday morning, officials say. Fire and Rescue personnel were called at around 5 a.m. on June 21 to a stretch of the northbound lanes of the interstate, where there was a fiery crash that left two people trapped inside, while a third was able to escape, but suffered undisclosed injuries. The crash was reported near Exit 6A between Montrose Road and Route 28, and reportedly involved an abandoned vehicle. Twitter/@mcfrsPIO According to a Montgomery Co…
Overturned Truck, Debris Spill Backs Up Traffic For Four Miles On I-95 (DEVELOPING) Overturned Truck, Debris Spill Backs Up Traffic For Four Miles On I-95 (DEVELOPING)
Overturned Truck, Debris Spill Backs Up Traffic For Four Miles On I-95 (Developing) Traffic was temporarily slowed on I-95 in Virginia on Monday ahead of the afternoon commute when a dump truck overturned and dropped debris into the roadway. Shortly after 4 p.m. on June 17, crews were called to a stretch of the northbound lanes of the interstate in Prince William County, where there was a reported crash with a truck on its side.  The northbound left shoulder, left lane, center lane, and right lane were temporarily closed, according to Virginia DOT, with traffic backed up approximately our miles as of 4:10 p.m. on Monday. Virginia DOT No details about the crash were…
Bay Bridge Lanes Blocked By Multi-Vehicle Crash On US-50 In Maryland Bay Bridge Lanes Blocked By Multi-Vehicle Crash On US-50 In Maryland
Bay Bridge Lanes Blocked By Multi-Vehicle Crash On US-50 In Maryland The afternoon commute was rough for some motorists in Maryland on Thursday who were blocked by traffic on the Bay Bridge for several miles in Anne Arundel County. First responders were called to the eastbound lanes of US-50 on the Bay Bridge where there was a reported multi-vehicle crash that left only one lane for traffic to travel through. Maryland DOT At last one person suffered undisclosed injuries. EB Bay Bridge left lane blocked for multi-vehicle crash with injury. Fire/EMS en route. Expect delays. 1-877-BAYSPAN #mdtraffic — MDTA (@TheMDTA) May 23, 2024 According to officials…
Tractor-Trailer Crash Leads To Miles-Long Delays On I-95 In Virginia Tractor-Trailer Crash Leads To Miles-Long Delays On I-95 In Virginia
Tractor-Trailer Crash Leads To Miles-Long Delays On I-95 In Virginia The weekend got off to a slow start for some commuters in Virginia who were delayed by a tractor-trailer crash on I-95 in Stafford County. First responders were called to a stretch of the northbound lanes of I-95 just past VA-630 (Courthouse Road/Exit 140) that blocked two right lanes with only the left lane getting by. Tractor Trailer Crash. I-95 NB past VA-630 (Exit 140/Courthouse Road). Stafford County, VA. 2 right lanes are blocked, 1 left lane gets by. Delays are approximately 2.5 miles. — MATOC Alerts (@MATOC) May 10, 2024 As of 5 p.m. on Friday afternoon, delays were reportedly …
Utility Issues Shut Leesburg Pike Utility Issues Shut Leesburg Pike
Utility Issues Shut Leesburg Pike Utility issues closed all westbound lanes of Leesburg Pike Wednesday morning, May 1. According to the VDOT site, traffic was being diverted to Patrick Henry Drive as of 9:30 a.m. The roadway was closed at Castle and Thorne roads in Seven Corners. UPDATE: Utility Problem. VA-7 WB at Thorne Road. Fairfax County, VA. All travel lanes remain blocked. Traffic reportedly diverted to Patrick Henry Drive. Delays remain heavier than usual in area. Eastbound lanes are open. — MATOC Alerts (@MATOC) May 1, 2024 Heavy delays were reported.
Pedestrian Killed On I-270 Leads To Lane Closures In Maryland Pedestrian Killed On I-270 Leads To Lane Closures In Maryland
Pedestrian Killed On I-270 Leads To Lane Closures In Maryland A pedestrian walking along I-270 in Montgomery County was killed after being struck by a vehicle when they entered the roadway on Friday morning, officials say. At approximately 5:40 a.m. on April 19, first responders were called to a stretch of the interstate between exits 8 and 9 to investigate the fatal crash. According to a Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services spokesperson, the pedestrian was treated at the scene for traumatic, life-threatening injuries, and was later pronounced dead. Police Activity. I-270 NB (Local Lanes) at I-370 (Exit 9). Montgomery County, MD. All Local L…
Crash Near Capital Beltway Backs Up Traffic For Miles In Maryland: DOT Crash Near Capital Beltway Backs Up Traffic For Miles In Maryland: DOT
Crash Near Capital Beltway Backs Up Traffic For Miles In Maryland: DOT Traffic was backed up for miles in Prince George's County on Friday afternoon when a truck crashed. All northbound lanes were closed on MD-5 near the Capital Beltway on Friday, Oct. 13, following a crash involving a truck that needed to be cleaned up in Prince George's County. ALERT: Prince George's County; Crash MD 5 northbound at I-95; all lanes closed; #MDTraffic soc. — MD State Highway Adm (@MDSHA) October 13, 2023 There was a heavy police presence in the area following the crash, which remains under investigation. UPDATE: Truck Crash w/ Inj. MD-5 NB at I-95/495 (Capital Beltwa…
Person In Custody, Being Treated At Hospital After Causing BWI Airport Shutdown Person In Custody, Being Treated At Hospital After Causing BWI Airport Shutdown
Person In Custody, Being Treated At Hospital After Causing BWI Airport Shutdown Additional details have been released by the MDTA Police Department one day after traffic was temporarily halted at BWI Airport. An MDTA officer was approached at around 2:45 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 11 while on patrol in the lower level of the airport by a person who made statements referencing a possible explosive device in his vehicle, which was parked near the entrance to the lower level, officials said. Police Activity. I-195 EB at MD-170 (Ex 1/Aviation Blvd). Anne Arundel County, MD. All traffic temporarily stopped. No access to BWI Airport. Follow authority direction in the area. …
Roadway Shut Down, Traffic Being Held At BWI Airport For Police Investigation (DEVELOPING) Roadway Shut Down, Traffic Being Held At BWI Airport For Police Investigation (DEVELOPING)
Roadway Shut Down, Traffic Being Held At BWI Airport For Police Investigation (Developing) There is a massive police presence at BWI Airport, which halted traffic coming in and out of the area on Wednesday afternoon. An alert was issued by officials at around 3:15 p.m. on Wednesday, advising that due to a police investigation, the terminal roadway has been temporarily shut down. Police Activity. I-195 EB at MD-170 (Ex 1/Aviation Blvd). Anne Arundel County, MD. All traffic temporarily stopped. No access to BWI Airport. Follow authority direction in the area. — MATOC Alerts (@MATOC) October 11, 2023 Traffic approaching the airport is being held, and those already inside the te…
Traffic Halted On I-95 In Stretch Of Virginia For Motorcycle Crash (DEVELOPING) Traffic Halted On I-95 In Stretch Of Virginia For Motorcycle Crash (DEVELOPING)
Traffic Halted On I-95 In Stretch Of Virginia For Motorcycle Crash (Developing) All northbound lanes on I-95 were temporarily closed during the evening commute in Prince William County as police investigated a reported motorcycle crash. Traffic was tied up on Wednesday afternoon in Dale City, leading to a miles-long backup of traffic in Virginia as the scene of the crash was cleared. Dale City: 95NB before Dale Blvd: All NB lanes closed due to a serious crash involving a motorcycle. Pls use alternate route. — VDOT Northern VA (@VaDOTNOVA) September 27, 2023 Lanes are expected to stay closed for an extended period of time as the investigation into the incident cont…
Driver Pulled From Car, Hospitalized In Nasty Arlington Crash: Fire Officials Driver Pulled From Car, Hospitalized In Nasty Arlington Crash: Fire Officials
Driver Pulled From Car, Hospitalized In Nasty Arlington Crash: Fire Officials Police shut down northbound lanes of the George Washington Parkway Thursday evening, June 2, as authorities investigate a serious crash. Rescue crews rushed one woman to the hospital.  The wreck happened at 5:30 p.m. just north of N. Glebe Road on the parkway, the Arlington County Fire Department tweeted. Firefighters cut a woman out of her car, but her condition is unclear.  Police haven't released details of the crash, but officers remained on the scene hours after as they investigated the incident. Traffic on the parkway was backed up for miles as officials diverted all northbound traff…