Multiple Incidents Cause Interstate 85 Shutdown and Traffic Chaos
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Power lines fell over I-85 near North Graham Street after a vehicle struck them, resulting in the closure of the interstate in both directions. Detours have been provided by NCDOT, and more than 800 customers in north Charlotte are without power. Duke Energy estimates that power will be restored by 11:30 a.m.
Topics:nation#duke-energy#interstate-shutdown#power-lines#power-outage#traffic-diversion#transportation
- Power lines fall over I-85, causing interstate shutdown in both directions WSOC Charlotte
- Car slams into utility pole, bringing down powerline and causing I-85 traffic jam WCNC.com
- Interstate 85 closed in Charlotte after big-rig wreck, police say. Hundreds lose power. Charlotte Observer
- All lanes of I-85 reopened following morning closure WBTV
- Interstate 85 reopened after crash reported in Rowan Co. WBTV
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