ATLANTA, GEORGIA — A major stretch of Interstate 285 was shut down for hours after a tractor-trailer driver struck a pothole, lost control, and crashed into a concrete barrier, according to the Georgia State Patrol.
The crash caused significant traffic delays across the Atlanta area as crews worked to clear the wreckage and repair the damaged roadway.
Driver Reportedly Hit Pothole Before Crash
Authorities say the incident began when the tractor-trailer encountered a pothole along I-285. The impact reportedly caused the driver to lose control of the vehicle, which then veered and collided with a concrete barrier.
The force of the crash left debris scattered across the roadway, prompting officials to close lanes while emergency crews responded.
Highway Closed for Hours
Cleanup operations and crash investigation efforts shut down portions of I-285 for several hours. Morning commuters faced long backups and detours as crews worked to remove the damaged truck and assess the roadway condition…