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LINCOLN, Nebraska (KOLN) – The Nebraska State Patrol responded to a major accident on I-80 westbound past 27th Street heading toward downtown Lincoln.
At least one vehicle has caught fire due to the incident.
According to officials, a traffic backup is made as attendees travel to the area. Officials advise drivers to avoid the area if possible. Drivers can take Highway 6 / Cornhusker Hwy to Lincoln as an alternative route.
This is an ongoing story. Stay tuned for November 11th for more information.
TRAFFIC ALERT! Vehicle fire on I-80, west of 27th Street Exit. Traffic is backed up as users move into the area. Avoid if possible. pic.twitter.com/tXXN4ti3e2
– Nebraska DOT (@NebraskaDOT) September 4, 2021
ImportantImportant backup of traffic on I-80 near Exit 27th St in Lincoln.
Get ready for the slowdowns and stop traffic as attendees arrive at the scene.
Take Highway 6 / Cornhusker Hwy to Lincoln as an alternative route. https://t.co/N12Z7ZtyVs
– Nebraska State Patrol (@NEStatePatrol) September 4, 2021
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