OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – Both northbound and southbound lanes of I-35 were closed at Memorial Rd. Friday afternoon after power lines were downed across the highway during a sudden storm.
All lanes of north and southbound I-35 are closed between Memorial Rd. and the I-44/John Kilpatrick Turnpike jct. The northbound I-35 on-ramps from eastbound John Kilpatrick Turnpike, westbound I-44/Turner Turnpike and Sooner Rd. are also closed.
OG&E crews arrived at the scene around 5:30 p.m. to assess the damage and begin repair work.
Drivers are strongly encouraged to avoid the area entirely and use an alternate route.
All Oklahomans are urged to stay away from downed power lines and anything they’re touching.
