I-40 back open after crash shut it down near Wade Avenue

A large crash on Monday shut down I-40 in Raleigh.

2026-02-16

Sky 5 was flying over the scene on I-40 between Wade and Harrison Avenue and spotted at least three vehicles involved in the crash. 

The interstate was back open just before 4 p.m.

At least four lanes were closed while authorities investigated and clear the scene. It is unclear how many people are injured or what caused the crash.