Southbound US-85 reopen following a crash, expect delays [Video]

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — The Colorado Department of Transportation(CDOT) reports that Southbound US-85 was closed due to a crash.

The crash was near Mile Point 137.

CDOT warns drivers to look for emergency vehicles arriving at the scene.

They also say to expect delays in the area.

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