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Wrong-way driver sparks fiery crash on Route 70 in Lakewood

They say the incident occurred around 5:51 a.m. when a vehicle traveling the wrong way on the highway collided with multiple cars, igniting a fire.

Sarah Goode

Mar 7, 2025, 12:41 PM

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Authorities say at least eight cars were involved in a serious crash that temporarily shut down Route 70 eastbound in Lakewood on Friday morning.

They say the incident occurred around 5:51 a.m. when a vehicle traveling the wrong way on the highway collided with multiple cars, igniting a fire.

Officials say that emergency responders used extrication tools to free a person trapped inside a vehicle and worked to extinguish the flames.

One patient suffered burns and was airlifted to a hospital. Several others sustained varying injuries but declined medical attention at the scene, according to officials.

One person was initially reported in critical condition following the collision.

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