RE-OPENED: I-89 in Berlin area shut down due to accidents

Vermont State Police Interstate 89 sb between exits 7 and 6 are now re-opened with traffic flowing. Interstate 89, south, in the Montpelier & Berlin area was shut down due to multiple vehicle crashes between exits 7 and 6, in a statement issued by the VSP at 2:36 pm Monday. Traffic is being diverted off the interstate at exit 7. Currently, there’s no estimate on when the roadway will reopen, but efforts to remove the vehicles and treat the ice are underway. Motorists should find alternate routes and expect delays in the area. No serious injuries have been reported and specific details are not yet available. Updates will be provided as appropriate. Motorists should expect delays in the area, or seek alternate routes. Please call 511 for road conditions and drive carefully.

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