Emergency crews rushed to the scene of a collision involving a motorcycle and a car on Interstate 5 northbound in Portland on Friday afternoon, causing significant traffic congestion.
Crash Prompts Rapid Response
According to authorities, police officers, firefighters, and paramedics were dispatched quickly after the crash was reported around 3:30 p.m. near milepost 298, just south of downtown Portland.
Witnesses reported seeing emergency vehicles navigating through heavy traffic as they attempted to reach the accident site.
Traffic Backups Impact Northbound Lanes
The incident led to major delays along the northbound stretch of I-5, with traffic slowing to a crawl as responders worked at the scene.
The Oregon Department of Transportation later confirmed that all lanes were reopened by approximately 5:30 p.m., easing congestion in the area.
Investigation Ongoing
Officials have not yet released details about injuries or the cause of the crash. The incident remains under investigation.
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