El Paso County, CO – Highway 24 is closed in both directions at Rio Lane this afternoon following a crash, according to the Colorado State Patrol. The closure is impacting travel through eastern El Paso County, and drivers are urged to avoid the area.
According to officials, the crash prompted a full shutdown of the highway as emergency crews responded on scene. No timeline for reopening has been provided, and traffic in both directions is being diverted to alternate routes.
Authorities are advising motorists to check COtrip.org for live updates on traffic delays, detours, and road conditions throughout the region. Drivers in the area should plan for extended travel times or consider using Highway 94 or other nearby routes until the scene clears.
The Colorado State Patrol continues to investigate the crash and will release additional details as they become available.
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