I-40, Kilpatrick Turnpike Reopen After Downed Power Lines In West OKC Metro

Downed power lines caused the highway closures for Interstate 40 near Mustang Road and the Kilpatrick Turnpike.

The northbound lanes of the turnpike was shut down just north of I-40.

Oklahoma Highway Patrol troopers said power lines were draped on across I-40. Some vehicles tried to drive over, around and under them, a News 9 producer said. 

The interstate was shut down in both directions. Traffic was being diverted off I-40 westbound at Morgan Road and I-40 eastbound at Mustang Road.

Avoid the area if possible.

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