Crash closes I-81 Potomac River bridge

FALLING WATERS, W.Va. — A crash during the morning commute closed all northbound lanes of I-81 at the West Virginia/Maryland state line.

Washington County authorities confirm there were multiple vehicles involved.

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The crash was reported at around 7:40 Wednesday morning on the northbound Potomac River bridge.

Maryland State Police confirmed all lanes reopened at 8:41 am.

EMS crews responded to the scene. The number and extent of injuries remains unclear.