2 killed in Hwy 24 crash as winter weather sweeps through Southern Colorado

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) - Two people are dead following a crash on Highway 24 near Limon just before 8 a.m. Thursday.

Colorado State Patrol in Limon responded to the scene. Highway 24 was closed in both directions between Calhan and Limon for an investigation.

According to CDOT, it was a multi-vehicle crash and drivers should avoid the area.

Click here to view CSP Limon's Twitter feed for updates on the Hwy 24 closure.

KRDO has a crew on the way to the scene and will continue to bring you updates on this developing news story.

Drivers experienced slick and snow-packed roads Thursday morning.

Shortly before 7:30 a.m. I-25 northbound was blocked due to a crash just north of Pueblo. The crash cleared shortly before 9 a.m.

For a look at KRDO's traffic map click here.

For a full list of closures and delays click here.