News brief: Semi wrecks close Interstate 5 near Vader

By Sharyn  L. Decker
Lewis County Sirens news reporter

Two collisions involving two semi trucks have Interstate 5 blocked in both directions just south of Vader, according to the Washington State Department of Transportation.

The closure near milepost 58 near the Cowlitz River began about 12:45 a.m., according to a news release from DOT.

Northbound traffic is being diverted at Jackson Highway.

The roadway isn’t expected to be cleared for several hours.

Update at 3:12 a.m.: The southbound right lane has opened. The rest of the freeway may be cleared within the hour, according to DOT.

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