Amber Mcguire+FollowFuel spill chaos shuts down I-85 in CharlotteA major fuel spill on I-85 South near North Graham Street turned Friday afternoon into a traffic nightmare for Charlotte drivers. Three lanes were closed for hours after two tractor-trailers collided, causing a 70-gallon diesel spill that firefighters scrambled to contain with inflatable pools and barrels. Traffic was backed up all the way to W.T. Harris Boulevard, but thankfully, no one needed to be taken to the hospital. It’s a reminder of how quickly our daily routines can be disrupted—and how much we rely on first responders to keep things moving. How do you handle sudden gridlock like this? #Transportation #CharlotteTraffic #I8500Share
Lauren Cooper+FollowTwo crashes snarl I-85 South morning driveCharlotte commuters faced a rough start today as two separate crashes on I-85 South brought traffic to a standstill during the morning rush. The first incident near Bruton Smith Boulevard closed multiple lanes, only for another crash minutes later near University City Boulevard to block two more lanes. Both stretches reopened before 8 a.m., but not before causing major delays and forcing drivers to scramble for alternate routes. It’s a reminder of how quickly our daily routines can be upended. How do you handle unexpected traffic chaos? Share your tips below! #Transportation #CharlotteTraffic #I8500Share
Joe Gallagher+FollowCharlotte commuters face major I-85 delaysMorning traffic on I-85 northbound near Billy Graham Parkway turned into a headache for Charlotte residents today, with two lanes closed after a crash just as folks were heading back to work post-holiday. The backup started around 7:15 a.m. and lasted over an hour, making the morning rush even tougher. Lanes finally reopened by 8:30 a.m., but not before plenty of drivers had their routines thrown off. Have you noticed traffic getting worse lately, or was today just a fluke? Let’s talk about how these incidents impact our daily lives. #Transportation #CharlotteTraffic #I8500Share
Kevin Nicholson+FollowMajor I-85 delays hit west Charlotte commutersMorning drivers in west Charlotte are facing a tough start after a crash shut down two northbound lanes on I-85 near the Billy Graham Parkway exit. With only two lanes open, traffic is crawling and delays are stacking up—especially tough for anyone heading back to work or school after the holiday. If you’re planning to use I-85, consider taking an alternate route to avoid the gridlock. How are you navigating the backup, and what’s your go-to detour when Charlotte traffic gets this bad? Share your tips below! #Transportation #CharlotteTraffic #I8500Share
Peter Castillo+FollowMassive I-85 backup leaves Charlotte drivers strandedHours-long gridlock hit I-85 North near Park Street and Sam Wilson Road after a serious crash shut down all lanes Thursday afternoon. Folks stuck in traffic saw emergency crews and even a helicopter overhead, with one person rushed to the hospital in critical condition. The road finally reopened just before 3 p.m., but the ripple effect is still being felt as drivers scramble for alternate routes. If you’re heading that way, detours are your best bet for now. Anyone else caught in the backup or have stories about navigating these sudden shutdowns? Let’s talk about how these incidents impact our daily routines. #Transportation #CharlotteTraffic #I8500Share
Traci Keller+FollowRoad closures and crashes shake up CharlotteMajor roads across Charlotte and nearby counties have seen a wave of closures and serious crashes lately, causing big headaches for anyone trying to get around. From the 24 Hours of Booty event shutting down streets in Myers Park, to an overturned tractor-trailer blocking I-85 in Gastonia, and tragic accidents in York and Catawba counties, it feels like every route has a story. With I-485 also closed in Ballantyne and a heartbreaking DWI incident in Gaston County, getting from point A to B hasn’t been easy. How are these disruptions affecting your daily routine? #Transportation #CharlotteTraffic #RoadClosures00Share
Kevin Nicholson+FollowI-77 toll lanes: Time saver or wallet drainer?Racing past traffic on I-77 can cost you as much as $55 for a single trip if you don’t have a transponder—and even regular users are feeling the pinch as toll prices climb. While the NCDOT says these lanes are speeding up commutes for everyone, many locals are frustrated that profits go overseas and prices change every few minutes. Now, with plans to expand toll lanes further south, the state promises to cap rates. Are the time savings worth the extra cost, or should we rethink how we manage congestion? #Transportation #CharlotteTraffic #I77Tolls10Share
