Traffic alert: Crash south of Virgin River Gorge causes closure of southbound I-15

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ST. GEORGE — Motorists traveling southbound on Interstate 15 should expect delays Tuesday morning.

According to a notification posted by the Mesquite Police Department at 5:09 a.m. MDT, southbound I-15 has been closed near the Nevada-Arizona state line. Motorists are being asked to take the Beaver Dam Exit at mile marker 8.

“Please plan accordingly,” the post reads.

The interstate was closed at approximately 4:23 a.m. MDT due to a crash, according to information posted by the Arizona Department of Transportation. There is no estimated reopening time.

This article will be updated as more information becomes available.

This report is based on preliminary statements from law enforcement officials and may not contain the full scope of findings

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