I-70 Crash Closes Westbound Lanes | Jefferson City News

Traffic chaos hit westbound I-70 in Columbia Tuesday morning after a crash near 8 AM forced MoDOT to shut down lanes past exit 128A—sending commuters scrambling and backups stretching for miles. Authorities scrambled to clear the scene and restore flow, reminding everyone that even on clear days, road surprises are inevitable. While the crash’s cause remains under investigation, the priority was reopening safely—and drivers were urged to check MoDOT’s traffic site for updates. A timely reminder: patience and awareness keep things moving, especially during rush hour. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/38481361b7b2ede2