Multiple crashes cause heavy traffic delays in Wake, Durham, Johnston counties

A crash caused major delays on I-40 westbound for drivers heading out of Johnston County on Thursday morning.

The crash was between the Clayton Bypass and NC-42, causing delays of up to 20 minutes or more.

Sky 5 flew over the crash, showing all lanes were closed, and traffic was creeping past along the shoulder.

The delays were also causing back-ups on NC-42.

Alternate route: Drivers can pick up I-40 from NC-42, but they will still be stuck in traffic for a little while.

Drivers coming from the McGee's Crossroads area can also take Raleigh Road to Government Road, then head to NC-42, and get off on the Clayton Bypass, taking that to I-40 W to avoid the crash and save around 20 minutes.

Another crash on I-40 W near Harrison Ave. was causing more delays in Cary.

The crash was in the median, with a firetruck blocking two lanes of the highway. The other two lanes were still open, allowing traffic through. However, there were still significant delays in the area.

There were delays of up to 15 minutes from US-1 to Wade Ave. and 11 minutes from Wade Ave. to I-540.

In south Durham, a crash is causing delays on I-40 E near the interchange with Hwy. 55.

It's causing delays of up to 12 minutes between US 15-501 and I-885.