Evidence collection in Wyoming tunnel crash finalized, 3 dead in total

GREEN RIVER, Wyoming (ABC4) — Wyoming Highway Patrol has completed collecting evidence at the site of the I-80 tunnel crash, located in Green River, Wyoming. Three are confirmed dead in the incident.

“Our hearts are heavy with the loss of these three individuals and we mourn with their loved ones,” said Col. Tim Cameron, WHP. “We ask that everyone respect the privacy of the families as they grieve. Details regarding the deceased will be shared when available.”

The Wyoming Dept. of Transportation confirmed Sunday the third fatality in the incident. Authorities reportedly do not expect there to be any additional deaths in the investigation. Evidence collected will be used to “digitally reconstruct” the crash to determine “narratives, causes and other details,” a press release from WYDOT states.

An off-duty WHP trooper was also involved in the crash, officials said. The trooper was not injured and made efforts to help evacuate people out of the tunnel.

Work on prepping the eastbound tunnel for head-to-head traffic is ongoing, according to WYDOT. Concrete barriers will reportedly be placed for the transitions into the tunnel and to separate lanes within the tunnel. Delays are expected, officials said.

“WYDOT has experience temporarily moving traffic head-to-head in the tunnels,” said John Eddins, WYDOT District 3 Engineer. “With reduced speeds and additional signage, we see this as a safe solution to minimize traffic impacts to the community of Green River. But with the high traffic volumes on I-80, there will still be some delays for drivers.”

There will be a 10.5-feet width and 16-feet height restriction through the eastbound tunnel. Oversized vehicles should contact WYDOT’s oversize loads permit office for detours here.

WYDOT is urging drivers to “take it slow” on the current detour through Green River.

“There will be increased Trooper presence around the tunnels and within Green River to ensure safe driving and slower speeds,” said Cameron. “Use caution with GPS, as it may identify suggested routes that are not suitable for interstate traffic.”

No further information is available at this time.