ST. GEORGE, Utah (KUTV) — Northbound I-15 is closed near the Virgin River following a crash on Wednesday afternoon.
Traffic has been diverted off the freeway as emergency crews respond. According to Lt. Zach Randall with the Utah Highway Patrol, a passenger vehicle changed lanes to avoid merging traffic and collided with a semi-truck. Reports indicate that three to four occupants were pinned under the semi, requiring heavy rescue efforts.
Authorities confirmed that the injuries sustained were not life-threatening. The status of those involved has not been disclosed.
The incident is currently under investigation by the Utah Highway Patrol. Northbound I-15 remains shut down in the area, affecting traffic flow considerably.
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