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Alexandria, VA
Traffic
Truck Crash Ties Up Traffic For Travelers On I-95 In Alexandria (
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Some travelers were slowed on Friday afternoon in Virginia when a truck crashed in Alexandria, blocking some lanes in the area. An alert was issued by Metropolitan Area Transportation Operations Coordination officials at around 2 p.m. on Dec. 20 in the southbound lanes of the interstate before Telegraph Road (exit 176). As of 2:10 p.m. on Friday, one left lane was still blocked by the truck, leaving one right lane to get by. Delays were clocked at nearly five miles as crews worked to investigate and clear the scene. Virginia DOT Details about the crash were not immediately prov…
Fairfax, VA
Traffic
Multi-Vehicle Crash Shuts Down Stretch Of I-95 In Fairfax County (
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Some motorists in Virginia had a tough time during the afternoon commute after a multi-vehicle crash closed a stretch of I-95 in Fairfax County. First responders were called to the southbound lanes of the interstate on Tuesday, near mile marker 177, where there was a reported crash that closed all thru lanes while police investigated and crews cleared the area. Update: Crash: SB on I-95 at MM177.3 (US-1S Exit177A) in Fairfax Co. All SB travel lanes closed; exit ramp closed. Delay 3 mi. 6:00PM — 511 Virginia (@511statewideva) November 5, 2024 As of 5:45 p.m. on Nov. 5, the south le…
Fairfax, VA
News
Stretch Of I-66 Closed Due To Multi-Vehicle Crash With Injuries In Fairfax County (
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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 …
Aldie, VA
Traffic
Traffic Backed Up Approximately Seven Miles On I-81 During Afternoon Commute In Virginia
The afternoon commute was rough for some drivers on I-81 in Virginia who had to contend with lengthy delays on Thursday afternoon. An alert was issued by the Virginia Department of Transportation shortly before 5 p.m. when there was a multi-vehicle crash that backed up traffic for miles in the northbound lanes of the interstate. The crash was reported in the area of mile marker 314 in the County of Frederick. Update: Crash: NB on I-81 at MM314.7 (0.9mi south of VA-7 Exit315) in Frederick Co. 1 NB travel lane closed. Delay 7 mi. 4:56PM — 511 Virginia (@511statewideva) October 31, 2024 …
Fairfax, VA
Traffic
Traffic Tied Up By Multi-Vehicle Crash On I-95 In Fairfax County
A multi-vehicle crash on I-95 led to lengthy delays for some drivers traveling through Fairfax County on Sunday afternoon. Several northbound lanes of the interstate were closed near the 164.4 mile marker at around 1:30 p.m., where there were two vehicles on the side of the road, causing traffic for miles. Virginia DOT The north left shoulder, left lane, left center lane, and right shoulder are closed as of 1:37 p.m., according to the Virginia Department of Transportation. Update: Crash: NB on I-95 at MM164.4 (0.3mi north of VA-600 Exit163) in Fairfax Co. 2 NB travel lanes closed…
Fredericksburg, VA
Traffic
'Major' Delays Expected On I-95 In Virginia Through Afternoon Commute: VDOT
Disaster was largely averted, though traffic was blocked on I-95 in Virginia on Thursday by a multi-vehicle crash that left a tractor-trailer smoldering. Both north and southbound lanes were temporarily shut down on Oct. 24, where there was a reported crash with multiple vehicles involved that resulted in several cars and a truck being torched. Only one minor injury with crash blocking lanes on both I-95 northbound and southbound @VaDOT @VaDOTRVA pic.twitter.com/p6ZPYeS8Ko — VDOT Fredericksburg (@VaDOTFRED) October 24, 2024 The crash was reported between exit 110 and exit 104 at …
Leesburg, VA
Traffic
Stretch Of I-66 Shut Down Due To Tractor-Trailer Crash, Fire In Virginia (
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All westbound lanes on I-66 in Northern Virginia were shut down on Monday afternoon for a tractor-trailer crash, according to the Department of Transportation. An alert was issued by the DOT when a tractor-trailer overturned and spilled debris into the roadway in Warren County, halting all traffic in the area of exit 6, officials said after the violent crash onto the roadway. The crash also shut down all lanes on Route 522, which was still being cleared as of 2:30 p.m. on Oct. 21 after the truck caught fire and sent smoke billowing through the air that could be seen by motorists. **UPD…
Arlington, VA
Traffic
Lanes Closed On I-81 In Northern Virginia For Multi-Vehicle Crash (
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Motorists on I-81 in Northern Virginia had to contend with lengthy delays on Thursday afternoon following a multi-vehicle crash. All northbound lanes of the interstate were closed in the County of Frederick as of 2:15 p.m. on Oct. 17 near mile marker 318, according to the Virginia Department of Transportation. Traffic backups were estimated at approximately 2.5 miles, officials said. There was no definitive timeline for when the scene would be clear. Virginia DOT No details about the crash have been released. This is a developing story. Check Daily Voice for updates. Want breakin…
Alexandria, VA
Obituaries
Community Rallying To Send Award-Winning Alexandria Crossing Guard Home To Trinidad
A beloved member of the Alexandria Police Department who has been a fixture in the community for decades is being remembered for his work and commitment to children following his death, now they are hoping to send his body home to Trinidad. School Crossing Guard Richard Thomas leaves behind a lasting legacy following his passing after years of directing traffic and bonding with students and families during an award-winning career in Virginia. The state's "Most Outstanding Crossing Guard" in 2023 "knew how to keep everyone in the world around him safe," organizers of a GoFundMe campaign wrot…
Stafford, VA
Traffic
Multi-Vehicle Crash On I-95 Backs Up Traffic For Miles In Stafford County: Virginia DOT
Some motorists were met by lengthy delays on I-95 in advance of the Monday afternoon commute due to a multi-vehicle crash involving a tractor-trailer. First responders in Stafford County were called to a stretch of the southbound lanes of the interstate near Garrisonville, where there was the reported crash, tying up traffic for several miles. Traffic on I-95 in Stafford County Virginia DOT According to the Virginia Department of Transportation, motorists can continue to expect delays as all lanes are closed with traffic only getting by in the right lane as of 3:40 p.m. on Aug…
Fairfax, VA
Traffic
Multi-Vehicle Crash Shuts Down Stretch Of I-66 In Fairfax County
A stretch of I-66 was temporarily shut down on Friday morning in Fairfax County following a crash involving multiple vehicles that left at least one person with injuries, state police confirmed. The westbound express lanes on the interstate were closed as of 11 a.m. on Aug. 23 as crews cleared the area following a reported crash and vehicle fire, according to the Virginia Department of Transportation. A Virginia State Police spokesperson said the initial call came in at 7:51 a.m. at the interchange with I-495. One injury was initially reported. #DunnLoring: 66 WB before 495: All WB gene…
Fredericksburg, VA
Traffic
Multi-Vehicle Crash Backs Up Traffic For Four Miles On I-95 In Spotsylvania: Virginia DOT
A multi-vehicle crash on I-95 in Spotsylvania led to traffic being backed up for miles, according to the Virginia Department of Transportation. Motorists were delayed on Tuesday afternoon after a multi-vehicle crash in southbound lanes of the interstate, which led to the right lane and shoulder being temporarily shut down as first responders investigated the incident. The south exit 126 was also narrowed, according to the DOT. As of 2:20 p.m. on Aug. 13, traffic backups were being reported at approximately four miles on I-95. No details about the crash were provided. Check Daily Voice for…
Fairfax, VA
Traffic
Crash Investigation Leads To Lane Closures, Delays On I-395 North In Fairfax County
The afternoon commute got off to a rocky start for some in Fairfax County when a crash snarled up traffic on I-395 on Friday. Motorists were delayed on Aug. 2, when a crash was reported shortly before 4:30 p.m., which left several northbound lanes of the interstate shut down, bottling up traffic for miles. Crash: NB on I-395 at MM3.3 (0.6mi north of Little River Trnpk Exit3B) in Fairfax Co. 2 NB travel lanes closed. 4:20PM — 511 Virginia (@511statewideva) August 2, 2024 The north left shoulder, left lane, and center lane were all closed, according to the Virginia Department of Transpor…
Fairfax, VA
Traffic
Traffic Backed Up For Miles On I-66 Due To Crash With Injury In Fairfax County
Traffic slowed to a crawl on I-66 in Fairfax County on Tuesday afternoon as police investigated a reported crash with injuries, officials say. Shortly after 3 p.m. on July 30, several eastbound lanes on the interstate were closed near VA-123 (exit 60/Chain Bridge Road) as first responders worked to clear the scene and evaluate the crash. As of 3 p.m., according to the Virginia DOT, several lanes were closed with traffic only getting by the right lane, with delays of nearly two miles in the area. Multi-Vehicle Crash w/ Injury. I-66 EB past VA-123 (Exit 60/Chain Bridge Road). Fairfa…
Fairfax, VA
Traffic
Disabled Vehicle Ties Up Traffic At I-495 Ramp In Fairfax County
Some travelers were tied up in Fairfax County on Saturday afternoon when a disabled vehicle caused some congestion on I-495. At approximately 1:30 p.m. on July 27, crews were called to a stretch of I-495 at the exit for Tysons Corner, where there was a disabled vehicle that led to delays for some motorists. According to the Virginia Department of Transportation, motorists can expect delays, and the north entrance ramp at exit 47 A was "narrowed." As of 2 p.m on Saturday afternoon, delays were ongoing as crews worked to clear the scene and tow the disabled vehicle away. Want breaking…
Arlington, VA
News
Crash Clogs Up Traffic On I-395 In Arlington County During Evening Commute
The afternoon commute was hectic for some motorists in Arlington County when northbound lanes on I-395 were closed as first responders investigated a crash in the area. Shortly after 6:30 p.m. on July 22, several lanes were blocked as crews investigated a reported crash that led to delays of nearly three miles, according to officials. The Virginia Department of Transportation says that motorists can expect delays in the area as traffic is only getting by in the two left lanes of the interstate. Multi-Vehicle Crash. I-395 SB at Shirlington Circle (Exit 6). Arlington County, VA. 1 right l…
Fairfax, VA
Traffic
Crash Causes Three Mile Delays On I-66 In Fairfax County (
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Traffic slowed to a crawl on Monday afternoon as crews contended with a crash in Fairfax County that shut down I-66. At around 1:45 p.m. on July 22, first responders were called to a stretch of the eastbound lanes of the interstate, where the left, center, and right lanes were closed due to the crash, with traffic slowly getting by along the shoulder. Crash. I-66 WB before VA-123 (Exit 60/Chain Bridge Road). Fairfax County, VA. 3 left lanes are blocked, 1 right transition lane gets by. Delays are approximately 3 miles. The Express Lanes are not impacted. — MATOC Alerts (@MATOC) July 22, …
Fredericksburg, VA
Traffic
Vehicle Fire Shuts Down Lanes, Backs Up Traffic For Six Miles On I-66: VDOT
A vehicle fire on I-66 in Virginia shut down the westbound lanes of the interstate, leading to traffic being backed up for miles. First responders were called to the Warren-Fauquier County line at around 4:20 p.m. on Thursday afternoon, where there was a reported fire that left all lanes closed. Traffic alert UPDATE, I-66 at #Warren/#Fauquier Co line: Left WB lane open, right lane still closed. 6 mi backup reported, expect major delays.@WTOPtraffic @VaDOTStaunton @VaDOTNOVA @VaDOT @VSPPIO @FCDEM @Fauquiertimes @FauquierSheriff @fauquiernow https://t.co/vQr3hjN3lx — VDOT Culpeper (@VaDOT…
Fairfax, VA
Traffic
Dump Truck Driver Strikes I-95 Sign In Virginia, Sends Debris Flying Across Roadway: VSP
Crews are working to repair a sign on I-95 in Fairfax County after a dump truck struck it, causing significant damage, and backing up traffic for miles, according to Virginia State Police. Shortly after 12:15 p.m. on Thursday afternoon, troopers were called to investigate reports of debris on the interstate south of Route 289 in Fairfax County. #VSP is looking for tips on the dump truck that struck the overhead sign I-95 NB near 168 mm in Fairfax Co. around noon 7/11/24 & then drove off. Plz call 804-750-8798 or email questions@vsp.virginia.gov. @VaDOTNOVA is working to fix the…
Fairfax, VA
Traffic
Motorists Delayed By Fatal Motorcycle Crash Blocking Route 28 In Fairfax County
Some motorists in Fairfax County were slowed to a halt on Thursday afternoon in advance of the evening commute due to a confirmed fatal crash on Route 28. First responders were called to the northbound lanes of Route 28 at around 2:30 p.m. on June 27 to allow police to investigate a crash involving a motorcycle and truck. #Herndon: NB Rt 28 just south of McLearen Rd, all lanes are blocked due to a crash. Seek alternate routes. pic.twitter.com/iYrtsjFiv6 — VDOT Northern VA (@VaDOTNOVA) June 27, 2024 The motorcyclist was declared dead at the scene. FATAL MOTORCYCLE CRASH: Sully Rd (V…
Fairfax, VA
Traffic
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…
Fredericksburg, VA
Traffic
Large Brush Fire Backs Up Traffic, Closes Exit On I-95 In Virginia (
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Traffic on I-95 was temporarily backed up for several miles on Sunday afternoon as crews battled a brush fire that broke out in Stafford during the ongoing heat wave. A fire was reported on June 23, leading to the closure of exit 136 and several southbound lanes in Stafford, leading to delays for motorists near the 136 mile marker, officials said. As of 3:45 p.m. on June 23, backups were reportedly six miles on the interstate, according to the Virginia Department of Transportation. Video of the congestion can be found here. According to the Stafford County Sheriff's Office, there wi…
Manassas, VA
Traffic
Fatal Crash On I-95 Backs Up Traffic For Seven Miles In Virginia: DOT
Traffic was moving at a snail's pace on I-95 in Prince William County while Virginia State Police investigated a fatal crash. The afternoon commute was a slog for some in Virginia after a crash was reported near Exit 158 that left one dead, and several lanes closed. A state police spokesperson confirmed, there was one confirmed fatality, and the department's Fairfax Division Crash Reconstruction Team has responded to the scene to assist with the ongoing crash investigation. According to the Virginia Department of Transportation, the north left lane, center lane, and right should…
Ashburn, VA
Traffic
Tractor-Trailer Fire Shuts Down Stretch Of Route 267 In Virginia
Traffic was temporarily backed up in Loudoun County on Wednesday morning when a tractor-trailer went up in flames on Route 267. First responders were called to the eastbound lanes of Route 267, which was closed at around 10 a.m. on Jan. 17 from the Leesburg bypass (Route 7) to Battlefield Parkway for a tractor-trailer fire. The map of the affected area in Leesburg. Leesburg Police Department According to the Virginia Department of Transportation, as of 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, the east left lane, center lane, and right lane are closed at the county line. LCFR is on scene of a …
Alexandria, VA
Traffic
Crash On I-95 Ties Up Traffic For Miles In Virginia
The inclement weather plaguing the region led to several crashes throughout Virginia that backed up traffic for miles in some areas. As of 9:45 a.m. on Tuesday morning, crews were working to clear up a crash on I-95 in Spotsylvania near mile marker 120, according to the Virginia Department of Transportation. The crash backed up traffic in Spotsylvania. Virginia DOT The multi-vehicle crash left the right southbound lane and shoulder temporarily closed while crews investigated and the involved vehicles were towed from the area. Traffic was held up approximately three miles, officia…
Arlington, VA
Traffic
Dangerous I-395 Ramp Closes: Now What?
A dangerous I-395 ramp has closed as part of an improvement project, changing traffic patterns for Virginia drivers. The ramp from southbound I-395 to eastbound Boundary Channel Drive (Exit 9/Clark Street) and the eastbound Boundary Channel Drive ramp to southbound I-395, closed as of Friday, Dec. 1, the Virginia Department of Transportation announced. According to NBC Washington, motorists were directed by their GPS devices to cut across fast-moving traffic, causing several crashes. The change is permanent and part of the Boundary Channel Drive at I-395 Interchange Improvements project. …
Fredericksburg, VA
Traffic
Traffic
JAM: Crashes Cause Miles-Long Backup On I-95 In Virginia
Traffic was temporarily tied up on Friday morning on I-95 as crews cleared up two crashes that were reported miles apart in Stafford County. As of noon on Friday, Nov. 17, crews were still working to investigate a pair of crashes that backed up traffic for miles in Stafford County, according to the Virginia Department of Transportation. Traffic on I-95 in Stafford on Friday. Virginia DOT One crash was reported at mile marker 135.6 and the second at mile marker 137.2, they said, both in Stafford County, backing up traffic nearly five miles due to lane closures in both directions. Motor…
Fredericksburg, VA
Traffic
Your I-95 Thanksgiving Commute Is About To Get Better: Dozen Bridge Lanes Opening In VA
Some relief is coming to one of the busiest travel days of the year in Northern Virginia. The Virginia Department of Transportation announced that the original I-95 northbound bridge over the Rappahannock River in Fredericksburg will be opening before Thanksgiving. That's 12 lanes. The big reveal is part of an ongoing project with a goal to improve congestion and travel I-95. The left bridge will carry I-95 through traffic while the right bridge will carry local traffic to Exit 133-Route 17. Input is being sought before Decide before the Divide addresses local access to Exit 1…
Manassas, VA
Traffic
Police ID Motorcyclist Killed In I-95 Crash With VDOT Car: 'Deeply Saddened'
Police have identified the motorcyclist killed in a crash involving a Virginia Department of Transportation vehicle on I-95 earlier this week. Victor M. Harper II, 30, of Dumfries, was heading north when he lost control and ran off the right side of the highway around 4:40 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 27, Virginia State Police said. Harper struck a VDOT Safety Service Patrol vehicle that was stopped in the shoulder with its lights activated at the 155 mile marker in Prince William County. Just before that, a sedan ran off the right side of the highway and struck the VDOT car. Harper, meanwhile, …
Fairfax, VA
Traffic
Multi-Vehicle Crash Backs Up Traffic For Miles In Virginia On Monday: DOT
Traffic was tied up on the Capital Beltway in Fairfax County on Monday after an early morning crash. Some lanes were closed on Monday, Sept. 25 on I-495 in Virginia where a crash caused traffic to bottle up, with heavy delays for motorists navigating their way through the area during the Monday commute. According to the Virginia Department of Transportation, the vehicle crash was reported at around 10:35 a.m. on Monday near the 45.5 mile marker. Motorists can expect delays, as traffic is backed up approximately two miles, officials said, leaving the left lane closed in th…
Fredericksburg, VA
Traffic
Fatal Tractor Trailer Crash Shuts Major Culpeper County Highway
A deadly crash involving a tractor trailer closed a major roadway in Culpeper County Wednesday morning, Sept. 6, State Police said. The accident happened on Route 522 (Zachary Taylor Highway), north of Route 615 (Rapidan Road) just before 9 a.m., Sgt. Brent Coffey said. Zachary Taylor Highway was closed and VDOT was at the scene. Want breaking news in the DMV as it happens, or want to contribute? Join the DMV All Incidents Facebook group.
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