W.Va. crash ties up I-68

Maryland and West Virginia transportation officials are warning motorist to avoid Interstate 68 today as a hazardous material spill has shut down the highway.

The crash occurred in Morganstown, W.Va. about 5 a.m. today. Though police and emergency workers are on the scene, it is unclear when the highway would re-open. The crash happened about 20 miles from the Maryland state line.

The Maryland Department of Transportation is asking motorists to bypass I-68 and use the Pennsylvania Turnpike.

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