Six-Car Crash Shuts Down Interstate 70 in Jefferson County
By Accident.NEWS
Publish Date: October 6, 2023
All lanes were closed temporarily but reopened after a few hours.
A six-car crash on Interstate 70 in Jefferson County, Colorado caused the closure of the eastbound lanes on Thursday evening. The incident occurred near the edge of the city of Golden, prompting emergency crews to respond and check for injuries.
According to reports from the Colorado State Patrol, troopers were present at the scene along with personnel from the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office and fire and EMS crews. The closure was officially reported by the Colorado Department of Transportation at 6:42 p.m.
The eastbound lanes remained shut down for over an hour as authorities worked diligently to clear up debris and assess any potential injuries. Fortunately, no fatalities were reported as a result of this multi-vehicle collision.
After thorough investigation and necessary cleanup operations, all lanes were reopened just after 8 p.m., allowing traffic to resume its normal flow.
Incidents like these serve as a reminder for drivers to exercise caution while on the roadways, especially during peak travel times when congestion is more likely. It is crucial for motorists to remain attentive behind the wheel and follow all traffic laws in order to prevent accidents that can lead to serious consequences.
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Tags: Fatality, Colorado, Jefferson County, Denver, Interstate70, Golden
Incident at a Glance
- Vehicles:
- car
- State:
- Colorado
- City:
- Golden
- Location:
- Interstate 70, Jefferson County, Golden, Colorado
- Date of Incident:
- 2023-10-05
- Time of Incident:
- Thursday evening
Interstate 70, Jefferson County, Golden, Colorado
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