ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — All lanes along I-285 northbound have reopened in DeKalb County after being blocked for more than an hour due to a crash involving multiple vehicles, transportation officials report.
Emergency crews began working to clear the scene along I-285 just before exit 46 at I-20 around 7 a.m. Lanes were back open after 9:30 a.m. once debris was cleared off the road.
Seven vehicles, including at least two tractor-trailers, were involved, according to the Georgia Department of Transportation. DeKalb County police have confirmed that one person was seriously injured while another suffered minor injuries.
Traffic was at a standstill as crews were working, and police encouraged commuters to find different routes due to the crash taking place during prime travel time.
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