Traffic & Transit
Multi-Vehicle Crash Temporarily Closes Southbound Lanes Of I-59
A crash involving an overturned commercial vehicle has resulted in the temporary closure of the southbound lanes of Interstate 59
TUSCALOOSA, AL — The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) says a multi-vehicle crash involving an overturned commercial vehicle has resulted in the temporary closure of the southbound lanes of Interstate 59 near the 71 mile marker in Tuscaloosa County.
Click here to subscribe to our free daily newsletter and breaking news alerts.
ALEA told local media just after 7 p.m. Tuesday that the crash occurred at approximately 5:24 p.m. and the southbound lane will be blocked and closed for an undetermined amount of time. Traffic is being diverted at Exit 71B.
Find out what's happening in Tuscaloosafor free with the latest updates from Patch.
The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is also reportedly at the scene assisting with directing traffic.
The number of vehicles involved is unclear at this time, along with any updates about injuries.
Find out what's happening in Tuscaloosafor free with the latest updates from Patch.
This is a developing story. Tuscaloosa Patch will have more information as it becomes available.
Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.
