Motorists planning to navigate the I-15 through Payson should be prepared for delays, as a semi-truck accident has resulted in a lane closure on the northbound side near Milepost 251. According to the Utah Department of Public Safety, the crash involved minor injuries though details on the conditions of those involved have not been extensively detailed.
The collision, which took place earlier today, also caused damage to a passenger car due to debris on the road, Cleanup crews are currently at the scene and have suggested that the flow of traffic should return to normal within an hour. While the events causing the crash have not yet been clarified, the impact on the evening commute could still resonate with drivers looking to make their way home or out of town.
In their statement, officials urged drivers to take alternate routes if possible, to avoid this stretch of the I-15 as efforts to clear the accident continue. The Utah Department of Public Safety has also advised motorists to keep an eye on traffic updates for real-time information on the situation.
