Highway sign collapses on I-5 in Lakewood after crash

Lanes reopen on I-5 in Lakewood after sign collapse

Crews removed a sign that fell onto I-5 in Lakewood.

LAKEWOOD, Wash. - All southbound lanes on I-5 in Lakewood have reopened Tuesday morning after a car crashed into an overhead highway sign, causing it to collapse.

The crash happened at about midnight near Gravelly Lake Drive Southwest.

West Pierce Fire and Rescue said one person is being evaluated for injuries.

Traffic was diverted off Bridgeport Way.

Crews were able to remove the structure off the highway and lanes reopened before 6 a.m.

Troopers told FOX 13 News that the driver was cited for reckless driving and was not impaired. It's unknown if speed was a factor in the crash.

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