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Highway 26 reopens near Banks after fatal crash

A detour was set up for travelers in the area while a stretch of the highway was closed on Tuesday.
Credit: Carolyn Franks, stock.adobe.com

BANKS, Ore. — Highway 26 (US-26) in both directions near Banks is back open following a fatal crash Tuesday afternoon.

The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) had closed the highway and said the closure would last "at least a few hours."

ODOT has asked drivers to delay their trip if possible, but had said if they must travel, expect delays. Crews had set up a detour, using Highway 47 (OR-47) and Highway 6 (OR-6), for travelers in that area.

"Please drive with caution, expect delays and watch out for emergency responders and backed up traffic," ODOT had said.

Banks is located about 24 miles northwest of Portland.

For the latest traffic updates on this closure, please visit tripcheck.com.

This is a developing story and will be updated once more information is made available.

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