Crash caused delays for drivers on Interstate 81

Crash caused 6-mile backup

A look at mile marker 128.4 at 5 p.m. Credit: VDOT

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Va. – Many driving north on Interstate 81 Friday evening experienced significant delays.

At mile marker 130.1, a multi-vehicle crash temporarily closed the north left lane and left shoulder.

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As of 4:53 p.m. VDOT is reporting that traffic backups were about 6 miles.

All lanes are now open.


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