Tucson, AZ – Northbound Interstate 19 is closed near Sahuarita Road (KM 75), just south of Tucson, after a crash Friday evening, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT).
The closure began around 6:41 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 31, affecting traffic headed toward Tucson. ADOT officials said motorists should expect significant delays and use alternate routes until further notice. Southbound lanes of I-19 remain open and are not affected by the incident.
According to ADOT, there is currently no estimated time for reopening the northbound lanes. Drivers traveling through Pima County toward the Tucson metro area are encouraged to monitor AZ511 for live updates and alternate route suggestions.
The crash site is located near Sahuarita, approximately 20 miles south of Tucson, an area that frequently experiences evening commuter traffic and weekend travel toward Green Valley.
Motorists can check real-time traffic conditions at az511.com or through the AZ511 mobile apps for Apple and Android devices.
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