US95 at mp 428.9 is now back open. Avista Utilities has shut off the natural gas in the area. Idaho State Police is still on scene investigating the crash. A full press release regarding the crash will be sent out as soon as all information is gathered.
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The Idaho State Police is currently onscene of a one vehicle crash on US95 at mp 428.9, near Fairmont Loop Road, south of the Spokane River Bridge in Coeur d'Alene. The vehicle crashed into a natural gas line and crews from Avista Utilities are onscene to repair the damage. The roadway is completely blocked. All citizens are asked to find alternate routes of travel. At this point, the time frame for this closure is unknown.
Thank you for your assistance.
