Richmond, VA – Drivers on Interstate 95 in Richmond are facing major delays today after a tractor-trailer crash shut down all northbound lanes near Hermitage Road.
According to the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT), the incident occurred around mile marker 80. Traffic is currently being diverted off I-95 at Exit 79 while crews work to clear the roadway. Officials are urging motorists to seek alternate routes to avoid extended backups in the area.
The Virginia State Police confirmed the closure in a traffic alert, warning drivers of significant congestion near downtown Richmond. No immediate details were released regarding injuries or how long the highway will remain closed.
The closure impacts one of the busiest travel corridors in Virginia, particularly for commuters and freight traffic moving through the Richmond metro area. Alternate north-south routes, such as U.S. Route 1 and U.S. Route 301, are expected to carry heavier traffic throughout the afternoon.
Motorists traveling northbound on I-95 should plan for extra travel time and monitor VDOT’s traffic information site at 511virginia.org for real-time updates.
