12/27/2012
Westbound I-84 reopened to traffic after series of crashes
JEROME – Traffic was restored to the westbound lanes of Interstate 84 at about 3:30 p.m. today after a series of crashes prompted closure by the Idaho Transportation Department.
Slick highway conditions combined with dense fog created hazardous conditions on the interstate between mileposts 188 (Valley Road) and 208 (the exit to Idaho 25). Law enforcement officers responded to an estimated 10 crashes involving semi-trucks and about 20 involving passenger vehicles on the stretch of I-84 at mid-morning today.
The eastbound lanes were closed at 11:07 a.m., and traffic was diverted onto a local frontage road at milepost 188. The eastbound interstate remained closed at mid-afternoon. Westbound I-84 was closed about 12 minutes after eastbound lanes, diverting traffic at milepost 208.
Motorists traveling on I-84 in southern Idaho are encouraged to drive slowly and be prepared for adverse conditions. Reports for most state highways in Idaho indicate fair to good conditions, although some areas east of Moscow and south of Pocatello remain difficult.
For the latest information about highway and weather conditions, call 511 toll-free from within Idaho or visit the ITD traveler services website at 511.idaho.gov. ITD reminds drivers to check before getting behind the wheel of their vehicle, not while driving.
ITD reminds travelers that all vehicle occupants are required by law to use seatbelts.