Tractor-trailer crash causes backups on both directions of I-81 in Roanoke County

Marco Harmon August 9, 2022

Tractor-trailer crash causes backups on both directions of I-81 in Roanoke County

ROANOKE COUNTY, Va. – A tractor-trailer crash is causing delays on both directions of I-81 in Roanoke County, according to VDOT.

Authorities said the accident happened near mile marker 144.

As of 4:30 p.m., drivers can expect delays of 3 miles on I-81 South and 4 miles on I-81 North. The northbound left shoulder and left lane are closed, and the southbound left shoulder and left lane are closed.

Marco Harmon August 9, 2022

Marco Harmon

I was born and raised in Roanoke, VA. I studied Communications Studies at Roanoke College, and I’ve been part of the news industry ever since. Visiting my favorite downtown Roanoke bars and restaurants with my friends is how I spend most of my free time when I'm not at the desk.