MISSOULA, Mont. — A fatal crash occurred at mile marker 172 on I-90 in Powell County, impacting the eastbound lane.
According to the Montana Department of Transportation, emergency vehicles are on-site responding to the incident, which took place between Drummond and Deer Lodge. The Montana Highway Patrol's online dispatch log indicates that troopers were dispatched at 2:50 a.m. on Thursday.
Details regarding the number of vehicles involved and the nature of injuries or fatalities have not yet been confirmed. Authorities are currently investigating the scene.
Motorists are advised to exercise caution in the area and expect lane closures as emergency response continues. NBC Montana will provide updates as new information becomes available.