Two I-40 wrecks block all lanes of traffic

— Two wrecks on Interstate 40 are blocking all lanes in their areas.

According to an Arkansas State Police spokesperson, a three-car wreck at mile-marker 216 near Brinkley has blocked both westbound lanes and traffic is currently being diverted onto Highway 70. Reportedly, three people were injured in that wreck, but the extent of their injuries were not specified.

Another I-40 wreck, a six-car accident at mile-marker 193, was blocking the lone lane of traffic. Traffic is being diverted to the Hazen exit, and an unknown number of motorists were injured.

All wrecks are still in the process of being cleared.

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