News Summary
Traffic has been restored on I-95 North at Augusta Road following a serious crash that temporarily blocked all lanes. The incident caused significant delays as drivers were diverted to alternate routes. Earlier that day, a fatal crash involving three vehicles raised safety concerns and led to extensive investigations by law enforcement. In a separate accident, a mother and her four children tragically lost their lives. Authorities urge caution on the busy interstate as they continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding these incidents.
Traffic Restored on I-95 North After Multiple Incidents
Chatham County, GA – All lanes of I-95 North at Augusta Road have been reopened following a crash that occurred on Wednesday evening. The incident blocked traffic for approximately one hour, with delays starting just after 4:00 p.m. and the road reopening around 5:30 p.m. Chatham County Police had previously issued a notice regarding the lane blockages, advising motorists to expect delays due to the crash.
Earlier that day, another serious incident had already caused major disruptions. The northbound lanes of I-95 near Quacco Road were completely shut down for several hours due to a fatal crash involving three vehicles. This earlier accident raised significant concerns about safety on the busy interstate and prompted law enforcement officials to direct traffic onto alternate routes while the investigation commenced.
Fatal Crash Investigation
As of 3 a.m. on April 23, all lanes have cleared following the earlier incident at Quacco Road. The Georgia State Patrol is currently leading the investigation into the circumstances surrounding the fatal crash, which involved multiple vehicles. At present, no additional information has been disclosed regarding the identity of the victim or the cause of the crash.
In a related incident earlier that morning, a separate two-vehicle accident occurred on I-95 in McIntosh County, tragically resulting in the deaths of a mother and her four young children. The mother, identified as 27-year-old Reagan Dougan, was traveling in a rental Jeep Cherokee that rear-ended an Infiniti sedan at approximately 6:00 a.m. near mile marker 62. Following the collision, the Jeep veered into the left lane, struck a guard rail, and subsequently burst into flames.
Dougan was accompanied by her children, aged 3 months, 2, 4, and 9 years old. Unfortunately, none of the children’s names have been released pending notification of next of kin. Reports indicate that Dougan was en route to an undisclosed location in Florida at the time of the accident. The driver of the Infiniti, whose identity remains unknown, sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to a hospital in Brunswick.
Ongoing Investigations
Chatham County Police and the Georgia State Patrol are continuing their investigations into both incidents on I-95. Authorities have not yet provided further details about the factors that may have contributed to the crashes. They are urging drivers to exercise caution while on the roadway and to follow any detours or recommendations issued by law enforcement during future incidents.
Interstate 95 serves as a vital transportation route, and incidents that impact its traffic flow can have far-reaching effects on travel and safety in the region. As the investigations into these accidents progress, updates will be provided to keep the public informed of any developments.
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- WJCL: I-95 Northbound Closure After Fatal Crash
- Wikipedia: Interstate 95
- Savannah Now: Fatal Accident on I-95
- Google Search: Fatal Accident I-95
- WTOC: GSP Investigating Fatal Collision on I-95
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Interstate Accidents
- WSAV: Investigating Fatal 3-Car Crash on I-95
- Google News: Fatal Car Crash I-95
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