Reno, NV – A fatal crash early this morning shut down portions of US395 and Lemmon Drive in Reno, causing significant traffic disruptions.
According to the Nevada State Police, the crash occurred around 6:30 a.m. at the intersection of US395 and Lemmon Drive. Troopers with the Nevada Highway Patrol are investigating the incident, which left one person dead.
Northbound US395 at Lemmon Drive is currently closed. Authorities said northbound traffic is being diverted onto Lemmon Drive, where drivers can re-enter US395 using the northbound onramp. Lemmon Drive is also shut down in both directions beneath the highway.
Troopers added that both the northbound and southbound US395 offramps at Lemmon Drive are restricted to right turns only, further impacting morning commuters.
The Nevada State Police said the closures and restrictions are expected to last two to four hours while investigators remain on scene. Drivers traveling through the area are advised to use alternate routes and expect delays.
No additional details about the victim or the cause of the crash have been released. Authorities are asking motorists to exercise caution and allow extra travel time until the roadway is fully reopened.
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