Semi-Truck Crash Closes I-70 in Glenwood Canyon

Eastbound Interstate 70 is closed near Glenwood Springs following a serious crash involving a semi-truck that rolled over from the westbound lanes into the eastbound lanes. The incident occurred around 9:40 a.m. and has resulted in an extended closure as cleanup and investigation efforts are underway. The truck driver sustained serious injuries and was transported to the hospital, while the crash site is blocking both eastbound lanes. Westbound traffic is being allowed to pass, but authorities advise drivers to seek alternate routes, recommending detours through Rifle, Craig, Steamboat Springs, and Silverthorne. The Colorado Department of Transportation has not provided a timeline for reopening the affected area. This incident underscores ongoing traffic challenges in the I-70 Mountain Corridor.