CHELMSFORD, MASS. (WHDH) - Two separate crashes caused officials to temporarily shut down two lanes of rush hour traffic on Interstate 495 in Chelmsford on Monday.
Massachusetts State Police workers were called to the southbound side of the highway just south of a rest area and upon arrival found one car off the side of the highway.
The other crash involved two sedans and both suffered extensive damage.
Traffic jams have been reported as far back as Route 110. Both lanes were reopened by 5 p.m.
There has been no word on any injuries.
The cause of the crashes remains under investigation.
MSP working 2 crashes 495 SB Chelmsford south of rest area. Left 2 lanes closed. pic.twitter.com/AvYOmFglsd
— Mass State Police (@MassStatePolice) January 4, 2021
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