Marion County, OR – Deputies are responding to a serious single-vehicle crash that has shut down a major stretch of Cascade Highway near Silverton, according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office. The closure began Tuesday morning near Riches Road, just outside the city limits.
According to deputies, Cascade Highway is currently closed between State Street and Sunnyview Road. The Sheriff’s Office reports that the roadway will remain shut down for an extended period as emergency crews investigate and clear the scene.
Drivers traveling through the Silverton area are being asked to take alternate routes and expect significant delays. Authorities have not yet released details about injuries or the cause of the crash.
Updates will be provided as more information becomes available, according to the Sheriff’s Office. Motorists are urged to avoid the area until further notice.
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