Traffic Disruptions from Crashes in Multiple Cities

Several traffic disruptions occurred across different locations due to vehicle crashes. In Gastonia, N.C., a crash blocked two lanes of Interstate 85 North near Exit 26, causing expected delays until around 10:30 a.m. Meanwhile, in Aurora, Colorado, a three-vehicle crash closed traffic at the intersection of East Smoky Hill Road and South Chambers Road, injuring two people and prompting police investigation. In Lexington, Kentucky, a collision at Alumni Drive and New Circle Road closed all inbound lanes and reduced the outbound side to one lane, with one person hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. Drivers in these areas are advised to seek alternative routes to avoid delays.