Serious wreck blocks I-285 West in Atlanta 

Serious wreck blocks I-285 West in Atlanta 

ATLANTA, GA – A collision, described as serious by Triple Team Traffic, is currently blocking all westbound I-285 lanes before Jonesboro Road. 

🚨RED ALERT Fulton Co: Serious crash now blocks all lanes on I-285/wb (Inner Loop) before Jonesboro Rd (Exit 55). Take I-75/nb out of the southern suburbs or stay on I-20/wb into Downtown. #ATLtraffic pic.twitter.com/DM2MBsVMlj

— Triple Team Traffic (@WSBTraffic) August 6, 2024

Officials first announced this crash at 6:14 a.m. They did not state the exact cause of this collision or when the scene cleared. As indicated by a photo included in the source, traffic was experiencing delays. Drivers approaching the area are advised to consider alternative routes. 

Our newsroom will post additional information, including the events behind this wreck and whether anyone was injured, when more details surface. 

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