Serious crash backs up traffic on I-40 near Cary

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Friday, February 7, 2025
Serious crash backs up traffic on I-40 near Cary
A serious crash shut down westbound lanes on Interstate 40 near Harrison Avenue in Cary on Friday afternoon.

CARY, N.C. (WTVD) -- A serious crash shut down westbound lanes on Interstate 40 near Harrison Avenue in Cary on Friday afternoon.

The crash happened at the Reedy Creek Overpass about 3:30 p.m.

Traffic was backed up all the way to Chapel Hill Road in Raleigh.

Multiple vehicles were involved in the crash. One car was off the road in a ditch.

Three lanes reopened around 4 p.m. All lanes reopened by 4:35 p.m.

There was no immediate word on any injuries.

Traffic is moving but drivers should avoid the area if possible.

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