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Traffic Alert: Multi-Lane Closure on I-95 South Near Route 896 After Accident

Sunday, February 22, 2026 at 6:45 AM

A traffic accident has forced the closure of several lanes on southbound Interstate 95 at the Route 896 interchange. DelDOT is reporting the incident through their traffic monitoring system.

Motorists traveling on southbound Interstate 95 are experiencing significant delays this evening due to a traffic accident near the Route 896 interchange that has resulted in the closure of multiple travel lanes.

The Delaware Department of Transportation is monitoring the situation and has issued a traffic alert regarding the lane restrictions. The crash has created a bottleneck for evening commuters using this heavily traveled corridor.

Drivers are advised to expect delays and consider alternate routes if possible while emergency crews work to clear the scene. DelDOT has not yet provided an estimated time for when all lanes will reopen to traffic.

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