Winds cause semi-trailers to flip on Interstate 25 in Colorado Springs
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) -- High winds Wednesday morning caused numerous semi-trailers to flip on Interstate 25 throughout Colorado Springs.
The first major crash happened around 11 a.m. in the southbound lanes of I-25 near Baptist Road. A backup of traffic quickly built up, stretching north to Monument. The Colorado State Patrol reported that the lanes were reopened at about 11:35 a.m.
At the time of the crash, wind gusts up to 91 mph were reported in the area. A high wind advisory is in place for the Front Range Wednesday.
#I25 northbound: High wind restriction between the start of I-25 and Exit 163 - County Line Road. https://t.co/7VJD8BxM2s
— Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) (@ColoradoDOT) December 15, 2021
At the same time as the above crash, another semi-trailer crashed in the northbound lanes of I-25 just south of Garden of the Gods Road. That crash was largely in the shoulder, not blocking any lanes.
At about 11:40 a.m., multiple semi-trailers were reportedly overturned along the interstate in between Briargate Parkway and Baptist Road, according to KRDO reporters.
KRDO crew members spotted at least six downed semi-trailers between Garden of the Gods Road and Interquest Parkway at 11:50 a.m.
Information about injuries hasn't been reported.
Semis, tractor trailers, buses, recreational and all other high profile vehicles aren’t allowed on the roadways in El Paso County at this time. They are asked to park and shelter in place safely.
— City of Colorado Springs (@CityofCOS) December 15, 2021
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