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Excavator strikes overpass on Interstate 95 SB; testing structural integrity

Crystal Graham
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Image courtesy VSP

An excavator struck an overpass on southbound Interstate 95 at the 83-mile marker in Henrico County this morning.

The debris from the strike led to additional crashes involving five vehicles, according to Virginia State Police.

No serious injuries have been reported.

Crews from the Virginia Department of Transportation are on site assessing the structural integrity of the overpass and determining what repairs are needed.

Traffic in the area is experiencing significant delays as authorities work to clear the scene and ensure the roadway is safe for travel.

According to VSP, the crash occurred at 9:30 a.m.

Drivers are advised to seek alternate routes and expect extended lane closures.

Traffic is being diverted to Interstate 295 and Parham Road .

The investigation is ongoing.

Another accident is also impacting I-95 NB in Hanover County this morning. A detour is in place

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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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