ALBUQUERQUE, NM — A collision Wednesday morning closed a left lane on Interstate 40, just northeast of downtown Albuquerque, reports NMRoads511.
The accident occurred on the eastbound interstate at mile marker 159, approaching Edith Boulevard Northeast and Big I. It was first recorded by NM Roads at 8:13 a.m.
It was unclear what caused the crash or how many vehicles were involved, but the closure remained in place for over an hour.
New-Accident 08/31/2022 08:13AM. Crash, I 40 E at MM 159, (Big I). Left lane closed. END: unknown
— NMRoads511 (@NMRoads511) August 31, 2022
At 9:30 a.m., crews had cleared the scene and the impacted lane was reopened to traffic.
Expired-Accident 08/31/2022 08:13AM. Crash, I 40 E at MM 159, (Big I). Left lane closed. END: 08/31/2022 09:30AM
— NMRoads511 (@NMRoads511) August 31, 2022
Authorities have not shared any details regarding potential injuries at this time.
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