Fatal crash shuts down I-55 near Festus.
Three individuals have tragically lost their lives and several others have been injured in a multiple-vehicle accident that led to the closure of Interstate 55 in both directions near Festus. The Missouri State Highway Patrol has reported that six vehicles were involved in the collision, which occurred close to the Highway 67 junction. Traffic cameras from the Missouri Department of Transportation have captured footage of emergency responders on the scene, with both northbound and southbound lanes of I-55 currently shut down as authorities clear the area. Drivers are being rerouted to U.S. 61 as the investigation continues, aided by a crash reconstruction team that is en route. Although there are no details available yet regarding the victims or what caused the incident, further updates will be provided as the story develops.
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