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I-40 traffic blocked near Benson

Heard on: Yancey NC Transportation Group Calls
00:47
00:00
All lanes are blocked.
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I-40, Benson, NC
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As discussed during the dispatch call, all lanes on Interstate 40 near Benson, North Carolina were initially closed due to a roadway obstruction. Detour routes were established using US 301 and NC 50. Later updates indicated one lane reopening, though equipment damage remained at the location.

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