Battle Mountain, NV – The Nevada Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash that occurred early Sunday morning on Interstate 80 near Battle Mountain.
According to Nevada State Police, the crash happened around 4:57 a.m. on I-80 eastbound at mile marker 221. As of early morning, all eastbound lanes are closed at mile marker 216 while troopers conduct their investigation.
Officials said the closure is expected to last between two to four hours, and drivers traveling through Lander County should anticipate significant delays or use alternate routes until the scene is cleared. Westbound lanes remain open at this time.
Motorists heading east toward Elko or Winnemucca are urged to check the Nevada Department of Transportation’s real-time traffic map for updates before traveling.
Further details about the crash, including the number of vehicles involved and the identity of the victim, have not yet been released.
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