Southbound I-35 Gridlock: Potential Crash Causes Major Morning Delays

Alright, folks, if you're trying to head south on I-35 this morning, especially anywhere between Oklahoma City and Norman, you might want to brace yourselves, or better yet, reroute entirely. We're seeing quite the bottleneck, stretching for miles, and it's all thanks to a developing situation that's got everyone on edge.

Right now, traffic is just absolutely crawling — practically at a standstill — on southbound I-35. While the full details are still trickling in from law enforcement and emergency services, what we do know is there's been some kind of significant incident, potentially a multi-vehicle crash, just south of the SE 89th Street exit. It’s created a real mess for morning commuters.

Emergency crews, bless their hearts, are already on scene, working to assess the situation and clear the roadway. We're hearing reports of lane closures, which, as you can imagine, is only exacerbating the already heavy rush-hour volume. You know how it goes: one little fender bender can throw the whole morning into chaos, but this seems to be more than just a minor hiccup based on the extent of the backups we're seeing.

Our traffic cameras are showing a sea of red brake lights, with vehicles bumper-to-bumper stretching back well past SE 74th Street, perhaps even further north. Commuters are reporting standstill conditions, with precious minutes ticking away. If you're planning to use this stretch of I-35, honestly, your best bet right now? Bail out if you can. Seriously consider taking alternative routes like Santa Fe Avenue or Western Avenue to bypass this nightmare.

It's a frustrating start to the day for many, no doubt about it. We understand how disruptive this can be for those trying to get to work or school on time. Please, drive carefully if you are approaching the area, and give emergency responders plenty of room to work. We'll be keeping a very close eye on this throughout the morning drive and bring you updates just as soon as we get them. Stay tuned, and try to have a little patience out there.