I-70 eastbound closed at Ward Road

Eastbound Interstate 70 at Ward Road will be shut down through most of this evening's rush hour due to an accident. A tractor-trailer jackknifed, and three vehicles also are involved, said police spokeswoman Lisa Stigall. There is no word about injuries.

Traffic is being diverted to West 32nd Avenue. Drivers are asked to avoid the area.

The accident occurred at about 3:30 p.m., and the interstate eastbound will be closed until at least 5:30 p.m. Stigall said a crane would be brought in to right the semi. Source