CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, Va. — Overnight lane closures are planned for Interstate 95 south in Chesterfield County following a crash involving a truck hauling tar.
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) will close I-95 south at mile marker 58 near Route 620 from 8 p.m. Monday, Nov. 9, until 6 a.m. Tuesday.
This closure follows a two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 4:55 a.m. on I-95 south near Ruffin Mill Road, according to Virginia State Police.
Authorities said a sedan attempted to change lanes and struck a tar-hauling truck, causing it to overturn and spill tar onto the roadway. Both drivers sustained non-life-threatening injuries and were transported to a local hospital.
Traffic will be detoured off I-95 south at Exit 58 to Woods Edge Road, Route 1 (Boulevard), and Route 144 (Temple Avenue). VDOT advised drivers to consider alternate routes, including Interstate 295, and expect potential delays.
Traffic congestion was reported throughout the morning, with some drivers experiencing delays of up to three hours. Local businesses, including an Exxon in Colonial Heights, saw increased patronage as travelers sought fuel.
The damaged pavement requires milling before lanes can safely reopen. VDOT expects full availability of I-95 south by 6 a.m. Tuesday.
This is a developing story; updates will be provided as new information becomes available.