Three injured in tractor-trailer crash that closed I-81 North near Buchanan

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BOTETOURT COUNTY (WSLS 10) - Three people are injured after a tractor-trailer crash on Interstate 81 near Buchanan, according to the state police.

The crash also involved an SUV, according to state police. They say the SUV overturned and crews are working to clear the roadway.

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At 11:10 a.m. the Virginia Department of Transportation announced that both northbound lanes, which had been closed are now open.

Drivers should still expect delays as VDOT is reporting 5 mile backups behind the crash.