DES MOINES, IA - A collision in the Altoona region on Monday afternoon caused significant delays for commuters on I-80.
According to Iowa 511, the crash occurred shortly before 4 p.m. along the eastbound lanes of the freeway near the US-65 interchange.
I-80 EB: Both shoulders blocked due to a crash from Exit 141 - US 65 to Exit 142 - US 65; US 6; Hubbell Avenue (Altoona). https://t.co/to8wC5mphk
— Statewide Iowa 511 (@statewideia511) December 13, 2021
Little information is known about the crash at this time. However, both shoulders of the roadway are blocked as a result.
Rush-hour commuters are advised to seek an alternate route as delays are likely while emergency crews work to clear the scene.
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