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September 13, 2012
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Roberts Mountain crash closes one lane of I-5

One lane in a milelong stretch of Interstate 5 on the downhill side of Roberts Mountain will remain closed much of today after a southbound freight truck crashed overnight and spilled industrial resin. The accident occurred about 10 p.m. Wednesday near Milepost 115. Crews worked overnight to clean up the mess. Transportation officials urge motorists to slow down coming over the mountain, where the speed limit is posted at 65 miles per hour. Oregon Department of Transportation spokesman Jared Castle advised motorists headed to work in Myrtle Creek, Canyonville and Riddle to give themselves an extra five or 10 minutes …

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The News-Review Updated Sep 13, 2012 12:06PM Published Sep 20, 2012 10:57AM Copyright 2012 The News-Review. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.