A Monday morning collision on Interstate 26 created significant delays for commuters traveling through Buncombe County, according to the Department of Transportation. The incident, reported shortly before 8:30 a.m., forced a partial closure of the highway near the Weaverville area.
Incident Details and Traffic Impact
The crash occurred on eastbound I-26 near Exit 21 (New Stock Road), around mile marker 20.7, according to initial reports. Emergency officials responded to the scene at approximately 8:28 a.m., resulting in the immediate closure of the right lane.
Location: Eastbound I-26, Exit 21 / New Stock Road.
Lane Status: Right lane closed; one of two lanes remaining open.
Impact Level: High impact on morning traffic flow.
Duration and Recovery
Crews worked quickly to clear the scene, with the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) estimating a one-hour window for the closure. Officials anticipated the lane would be reopened within a reasonable timeframe. At this time, authorities have not released specific information regarding the cause of the crash or the number of vehicles involved. It remains unclear if any injuries were sustained during the incident.