Crash Closes Highway 140 Near White City

White City, Oregon- A crash has forced the closure of Oregon Route 140 at East Antelope Road, about four miles east of White City, authorities said Saturday.

The incident occurred near milepost 3.59. No additional details about the crash were immediately released, including the number of vehicles involved or whether there were any injuries.

Transportation officials are urging drivers to use alternate routes while crews respond to the scene and work to clear the roadway.

There is no estimated time for reopening. Medford Alert will continue to monitor this incident and provide updates as they become available.

3:00P UPDATE: OR-140 is partially reopened at East Antelope Road, 4 miles east of White City, following a crash. Watch for workers and flaggers in the roadway. Eastbound traffic will detour using East Antelope Road and Meridian Road. Expect delays and congestion in the area.

3:30P UPDATE: All lanes are now open on OR-140 east of White City. Use caution; watch for workers remaining in the area.