On Wednesday morning, a serious accident involving a semi and several vehicles caused a major traffic disruption on southbound I-25 just north of Denver. The crash, which occurred near mile marker 220, led to the closure of the southbound lanes and resulted in multiple people being rushed to the hospital. Southbound lanes were reopened shortly after 7 a.m., but not before causing significant delays for drivers in the area.
The Accident and Traffic Disruption
The crash took place at approximately mile marker 220, about half a mile south of East 104th Avenue. The Colorado Department of Transportation’s webcam showed several vehicles off to the side of the road, with the semi positioned in the middle of the traffic lanes. According to the Northglenn Police Department, the collision involved a semi and three other vehicles, with the semi leaking fuel after the crash.
The closure was enforced between Exit 221 (104th Avenue) and Exit 220 (Thornton Parkway). During the closure, southbound drivers were diverted off I-25 at 104th Avenue, creating significant traffic congestion in the area.
Emergency Response and Hospitalizations
Emergency responders quickly arrived on the scene, and several individuals were transported to the hospital for treatment. At the time of the report, the extent of their injuries had not been made public. The investigation into the cause of the accident is ongoing, and authorities are working to determine what led to the crash.
Reopening and Traffic Delays
After hours of closure, the southbound lanes of I-25 were reopened just after 7 a.m., but traffic delays continued to stretch for miles. Drivers were warned to expect significant backups in the area, and many commuters experienced a frustrating start to their day due to the incident.
The crash on southbound I-25 north of Denver created major disruptions to morning traffic, with several people injured and a fuel leak causing additional hazards. The situation is still under investigation, and drivers are urged to stay alert for potential delays as authorities continue to manage the aftermath of the accident.