Birmingham, AL – Drivers traveling north on Interstate 65 near Shelby County are facing delays Sunday afternoon after a multi-vehicle crash involving a commercial vehicle blocked a lane.
According to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), the crash occurred around 12:16 p.m. on Sunday, April 26, along I-65 northbound at mile marker 236. The incident has forced the closure of at least one lane, creating slowdowns for motorists traveling through the Birmingham metro area and surrounding Shelby County.
Authorities say troopers with ALEA’s Highway Patrol Division are currently on the scene investigating the crash and managing traffic. The extent of injuries, if any, has not been released at this time. Officials have also not provided an estimated time for when the roadway will fully reopen.
The affected stretch of I-65 is a major corridor connecting Shelby County to Birmingham and other parts of central Alabama, making even partial closures a significant disruption for weekend travel. Drivers are encouraged to use caution, reduce speed in the area, and consider alternate routes if possible.
Officials noted that the lane closure will remain in place for an undetermined amount of time as crews work to clear the scene and complete the investigation. Updates are expected as more information becomes available.
Motorists planning to travel through Shelby County this afternoon should allow extra time and remain alert for changing traffic conditions.
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