DOÑA ANA COUNTY, NM — Emergency crews were called to a rollover semi-truck crash Wednesday morning on Interstate 25 near Radium Springs, according to the New Mexico Department of Transportation.
The accident occurred on the southbound lanes of I-25 between mileposts 25 and 26, north of the census-designated area. It was first reported by NMDOT at 9:15 a.m.
Officials have not released details regarding the cause of the wreck, but photos taken at the scene show a tractor-trailer overturned on its driver’s side. It was not immediately clear whether anyone was seriously hurt.
The passing southbound lane was blocked in the aftermath. Motorists were asked to slow down and use extra caution as crews worked the scene. Delays were expected in the area.
ROAD ADVISORY
CRASH- North of Radium Springs Area
I-25 southbound passing lane is closed from milepost 25 to 26 for a crash. Motorists are asked to reduce speed, obey posted signs, and watch for emergency personnel, and equipment. Please expect delays. #NMDOTcares pic.twitter.com/cbUkTebvAq— NMDOT (@NMDOT) January 25, 2023
By 12:23 p.m., more than three hours later, NMDOT announced the scene had been cleared and all lanes were reopened to traffic.
UPDATE: I-25 southbound at milepost 25 is now open, proceed with caution. #NMDOTcares
— NMDOT (@NMDOT) January 25, 2023
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