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November 7, 2025

Re: Traffic Alert - I 89 NB, Colchester

State of Vermont

Department of Public Safety

Vermont State Police

Williston Barracks

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification UPDATE
I 89 NB at MM96.8 is OPEN to normal traffic in both lanes. 

From: Reece, Emily via DPS.VSPMedia <dps.vspmedia@list.vermont.gov>
Sent: Friday, November 7, 2025 6:41 PM
To: DPS - Roadway Alert <DPS.RoadwayAlert@vermont.gov>
Subject: Re: Traffic Alert - I 89 NB, Colchester
 
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State of Vermont

Department of Public Safety

Vermont State Police

Williston Barracks

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification UPDATE
I 89 NB at MM96.8 is OPEN to ONE LANE due to a vehicle fire.
Motorists should expect delays in the area or seek alternate routes. Please drive carefully.

From: Reece, Emily via DPS.VSPMedia <dps.vspmedia@list.vermont.gov>
Sent: Friday, November 7, 2025 6:26 PM
To: DPS - Roadway Alert <DPS.RoadwayAlert@vermont.gov>
Subject: Traffic Alert - I 89 NB, Colchester
 
EXTERNAL SENDER: Do not open attachments or click on links unless you recognize and trust the sender.

State of Vermont

Department of Public Safety

Vermont State Police

Williston Barracks

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
I 89 NB at MM96.8 is closed due to a vehicle fire.
This incident is expected to last for 2 hours. Specific details are not yet available, and updates will be provided as appropriate.
Motorists should expect delays in the area or seek alternate routes. Please drive carefully.


Emily Reece

Emergency Communications Dispatcher I

Vermont State Police Williston PSAP

3294 St. George Rd Williston, VT 05495

Phone: 802-878-7111

PSAP Fax: 802-878-3173




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