WASHINGTON COUNTY, Utah (ABC4) — Crews are responding to a crash on northbound I-15 in St. George.
According to the Utah Department of Transportation, a crash is leading to closures. Several lanes of northbound I-15 are closed at milepost 5, which is near the Virgin River exit at St. George.
Lieutenant Zach Randall with Utah Highway Patrol says a passenger vehicle is stuck under a semitruck. Between 3-4 people were reportedly pinned. While officials initially stated three to four people were pinned, Randall says they have since confirmed that one person was in the vehicle and pinned.
The occupant is in serious condition, but their injuries are not life threatening.
Randall says the driver was changing lanes with other merging traffic, when it struck the semi-trailer and become pinned. The crash is still under investigation.
At this time, officials estimate the road will fully reopen at 9:59 p.m., though that may be subject to change. Travelers should expect heavy delays and seek alternate routes.
Officials have not released any more information at this time. ABC4.com has reached out and we are waiting to hear back.
What is Utah’s ‘Right of Way’ law?
Utah’s “Right of Way” law is designed to protect law enforcement officers, firefighters, paramedics, tow truck operators, road crews, and stranded motorists working along the roadside.
According to Utah’s Traffic Code Part 9, “Right of Way”, except when otherwise directed by a peace officer, the operator of a vehicle, upon the immediate approach of an authorized emergency vehicle using audible or visual signals, must yield the right-of-way and immediately move to a position parallel to, and as close as possible to, the right-hand edge or curb of the highway, clear of any intersection; and then stop and remain stopped until the authorized emergency vehicle has passed.
When drivers see a stationary authorized emergency vehicle that is displaying flashing red, red and white, or red and blue lights, they must slow down and provide as much space as practical to the stationary authorized emergency vehicle.
If changing lanes is not possible, motorists must reduce their speed and provide as much space as they safely can. Violations can result in fines and other penalties.
Utah Highway Patrol urges drivers to stay alert, reduce speed early, and move over whenever possible to help prevent injuries and save lives.
This is a developing story. ABC4 will update this post as more information becomes available.