Hall County, GA – Drivers in South Hall County are facing significant delays today after a two-vehicle crash blocked the westbound lanes of Ga. 347/Friendship Road at Interstate 985, impacting one of the area’s busiest commuter corridors.
According to the Hall County Sheriff’s Office, the wreck occurred earlier this afternoon near the I-985 interchange, forcing deputies to shut down all westbound traffic on Friendship Road while first responders worked to clear the scene. Officials have not released an estimated reopening time.
The sheriff’s office is urging drivers to use alternate routes, as backups in the area are expected to continue through the remainder of the afternoon. The Ga. 347 corridor serves heavy local and regional traffic connecting Flowery Branch, Braselton, and Lake Lanier, making closures at the I-985 interchange especially disruptive for commuters and commercial drivers.
Authorities have not released details on injuries or what may have caused the collision. The Georgia State Patrol and local emergency crews remain on scene to investigate and remove debris from the roadway.
Motorists traveling toward I-985 are advised to plan extra time or reroute to Mundy Mill Road, Spout Springs Road, or other nearby surface streets until the westbound lanes reopen. Drivers already stuck in congestion should proceed with caution and expect slow movement through the area.
Residents or travelers who witnessed the crash or have additional information are encouraged to contact local authorities.
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