Weather-Related Multi-Vehicle Crash Snarls I-95 In Rye

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RYE, N.Y. (CBSNewYork) - Traffic is moving again after a weather-related multi-vehicle crash in Rye.

According to New York State Police, up to 18 cars were involved in the crash, which took place around 7 a.m. near Exit 21 in the southbound lanes of I-95.

State police say there was construction in the area Tuesday that led to the area being flooded.

The water then froze over, causing an icy situation.

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Fortunately, only two minor injuries were reported.

The crash forced the closure of all southbound lanes, which reopened around 9 a.m.

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