CHARLOTTE — Interstate 77 is back open in south Charlotte after a crash involving downed utility lines shut down all lanes during the morning rush Friday, causing major delays.
The crash happened near Woodlawn Road and Billy Graham Parkway around 7 a.m.
Officials say a pick-up truck hit a utility pole, closing the interstate in both directions. Duke Energy crews got to work immediately removing the AT&T lines draped across the interstate.
Traffic was diverted in the wrong direction using the on-ramps to help get drivers to their destinations.
Shortly after that, a NCDOT truck dragged the crashed truck from the road and onto the shoulder.
The interstate was closed for over and hour and a half, but by 8:30 a.m., lanes started to reopen.
MEDIC says no one was hurt in the crash.
Channel 9 is asking for more information on the cause of the crash.
This is a developing story. Check back with wsoctv.com for updates.
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