New London, NH – Drivers on Interstate 89 southbound are facing major delays Friday morning after a vehicle fire shut down the highway near mile marker 35.6 in New London, according to New Hampshire State Police.
Troopers are currently on the scene investigating the incident and managing traffic as emergency crews respond to the fire. The closure is affecting all southbound lanes, with traffic being diverted while firefighters work to clear the area.
According to authorities, the incident was reported earlier today, and drivers are urged to avoid the stretch of I-89 near New London until further notice. Officials have not yet released information on possible injuries or when the roadway is expected to reopen.
Motorists traveling through Merrimack County toward Concord should expect delays and consider alternate routes via Route 11 or Route 114.
Updates will be provided as more information becomes available from New Hampshire State Police.
