ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — All westbound lanes of U.S. 70 near Old Lytle Cove Road in Buncombe County were reported closed Thursday, Oct. 15, following a crash with possible injuries.

Emergency dispatch information indicated that injuries were reported, but the number of people hurt and the extent of their injuries were not immediately known.

Drivers should expect delays in the area and consider alternate routes.

No information was immediately available about what caused the crash or when the westbound lanes might reopen.