I-81 SB reopens after accident involving tractor-trailer in Botetourt Co.

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BOTETOURT COUNTY (WSLS 10) - A serious accident involving a tractor trailer blocked both southbound lanes of Interstate-81 Monday morning.

The two-vehicle crash happened around 5:45 a.m. Monday, October 26 along I-81 southbound at mile marker 158.1, near a rest area in Botetourt County.

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VDOT said drivers could expect potential delays in the area.

Extent of injuries are unknown at this time. We heard reports a helicopter was called to the scene.

WSLS 10 is working with Virginia State Police to get more information.


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