Tractor-trailer crash caused miles of delays on I-95 in Colonial Heights

COLONIAL HEIGHTS, Va. (WRIC) -- Drivers expected delays on Interstate 95 South in Colonial Heights during their morning commute on Thursday due to a tractor-trailer crash.

At around 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, March 13, the Virginia Department of Transportation reported that the right lane on I-95 southbound was closed near Temple Avenue due to a tractor-trailer crash.

A lane closed on I-95 South in Colonial Heights on the morning of Thursday, March 13 due to a tractor-trailer crash. (Photo courtesy: Virginia Department of Transportation)

According to the department, there were five miles of delays. Drivers were advised to seek alternate routes during their morning commute.

At 2:37 p.m., Virginia State Police said the scene for the crash cleared hours ago, however, the Virginia Department of Transportation has closed a lane in the area to replace a sign that the tractor-trailer hit.

For real-time traffic updates, visit the Virginia Department of Transportation's website.