Home Update: Interstate 81 SB in Rockbridge County now open at exit 200 after crash
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Update: Interstate 81 SB in Rockbridge County now open at exit 200 after crash

Crystal Graham
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Updated 2:10 p.m.

According to VDOT, Both lanes of southbound I-81 have reopened. Be alert for lingering congestion.

 

The Virginia Department of Transportation is reporting that Interstate 81 in Rockbridge County is closed due to a crash involving multiple vehicles.

According to VDOT, Southbound I-81 is closed south of Fairfield (exit 200).

A detour will be set up. There is a four-mile backup at this time.

Drivers are asked to avoid the area.

For updates, visit 511virginia.org

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Crystal Graham

Crystal Graham

A 1999 graduate of Virginia Tech, Crystal Graham has worked for 25 years as a reporter and editor for several Virginia publications, written a book, and garnered more than a dozen Virginia Press Association awards for writing and graphic design. She was the co-host of "Viewpoints," a weekly TV news show, and co-host of "Virginia Tonight," a nightly TV news show, both broadcast on PBS. Her work on "Virginia Tonight" earned her a national Telly award for excellence in television. You can reach her at [email protected]

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