Crash shuts down part of I-40

ORANGE COUNTY (WTVD) -- A crash has shut down part of I-40 westbound in Orange County causing a huge traffic backup Saturday evening.

According to officials, the wreck at mile marker 272 was reported just after 4:30 p.m.

All lanes are closed two miles west of Exit 270 (US-15/501).

The lanes reopened around 6:30 PM.

This story is developing. Check back for updates.

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