Fatal crash at Glenn Highway S Curves slows Anchorage commute Thursday

At least one person was killed in a multi-vehicle crash Thursday morning on the Glenn Highway S Curves, near the Anchorage Weigh Station, closing lanes on the main route between the Mat-Su Valley and Anchorage and backing up the morning commute in both directions.

Anchorage police responded to the injury collision at about 8 a.m. By late morning, traffic was moving again on a limited basis — one southbound lane and two northbound lanes had reopened — but police cautioned that conditions in the area remained hazardous even with lanes back open, and urged drivers to avoid unnecessary travel through the corridor. Alaska 511 logged a full closure between mileposts 10 and 12, the stretch in the Eagle River area.

Police confirmed at least one fatality when officers arrived at the scene. As of the last official update, around 11:15 a.m., the types of vehicles involved and the cause of the crash had not been released by police, state troopers, or the transportation department. Investigations into fatal crashes typically take time, and details are often withheld until next of kin are notified.

Drivers heading between the Valley and Anchorage should check Alaska 511 at 511.alaska.gov for current lane status before setting out, since conditions along the S Curves can change quickly.