Three-Vehicle Crash Disrupts Traffic on I-91 South in Hartford

Hartford & New Haven, CT, September 19, 2026 —

A significant traffic disruption occurred on Interstate 91 South in Hartford on Saturday afternoon due to a three-vehicle crash. The incident led to the closure of two lanes, causing considerable delays for motorists.

The collision took place on I-91 South, impacting the flow of traffic in the area between mile markers 33 and 32. Emergency services responded to the scene. The exact cause of the crash was not immediately available.

The closure of two lanes resulted in a bottleneck, affecting travel times for drivers heading southbound. Information regarding the severity of injuries, if any, was not provided. Similarly, details concerning the vehicles involved or the identities of the individuals involved have not been released.

Authorities worked to clear the scene and reopen the affected lanes as quickly as possible. The duration of the lane closures and the timeline for full traffic restoration were not specified in initial reports. Drivers in the affected area were advised to seek alternative routes or expect significant delays.

The specific circumstances leading up to the multi-vehicle collision remain under investigation. Further details will be provided as they become available.

Story summarized from the original created by Rob Polansky on www.wfsb.com, see more information here.

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