I-70 Westbound Shutdown at Silverthorne After Fatal Crash, Truck Fire
A semitrailer fire shut down the westbound lanes of Interstate 70 near Silverthorne on Sunday morning. The incident, which occurred around 5:45 a.m., resulted in the closure of the westbound side at the Eisenhower-Johnson Memorial Tunnel. Sadly, one person lost their life in the crash involving only the semitrailer. Authorities have not provided a timeline for when the lanes will reopen but anticipate an extended closure. The cause of the accident is currently under investigation by the Colorado State Patrol. Drivers are urged to seek alternative routes to avoid the affected area.
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