TWO HARBORS — Highway 61 is closed in both directions near the Silver Creek tunnel due to a crash on Saturday afternoon.
According to the Minnesota State Patrol, the closure was reported at 2:12 p.m. Motorists are being redirected via Forest Road 11 and Lake County Road 2 to travel between Two Harbors and Silver Bay.
Details regarding the number and type of vehicles involved, along with confirmed injuries or fatalities, have not been released. Emergency response teams are currently on the scene managing the situation and assessing any medical needs.
Authorities will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available. This is an ongoing story; check back for further developments.