Overview

• Eastbound I-70 is closed between Silverthorne and Georgetown due to a semi-truck fire and subsequent crashes.
• The fire occurred around 12:30 p.m., followed by a five-vehicle crash in the backed-up traffic.
• Three people were hospitalized with non-serious injuries from the secondary crash.
• There is no estimated time for reopening, and cleanup efforts are expected to be extensive.
• Drivers are advised to detour via Loveland Pass using U.S. 6.