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I-20 Shut Down After Crash in Douglas County
All eastbound lanes of Interstate 20 are blocked due to a major accident scene.
Published on Feb. 13, 2026
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Interstate 20 eastbound in Douglas County, Georgia has been completely shut down on Friday afternoon after a serious crash. NewsChopper 2 footage shows a large police presence and at least one damaged vehicle at the scene near the Post Road exit. There is currently no information on what led to the crash or if any injuries have been reported. Authorities have not provided an estimated time for when the interstate will reopen.
Why it matters
Interstate 20 is a major east-west highway that runs through the heart of Georgia, connecting Atlanta to the Alabama border. Any closure of this critical transportation artery can cause significant traffic delays and disruptions for commuters, commercial vehicles, and emergency services in the region.
The details
According to reports, the crash occurred on I-20 eastbound near the Post Road exit in Douglas County. Multiple law enforcement agencies, including the Villa Rica Police Department and Douglas County Sheriff's Office, are on the scene responding to the incident. Video footage shows at least one damaged vehicle, but the exact cause of the crash is still unknown.
- The crash was first reported on Friday, February 13, 2026 around 3:00 PM local time.
The players
Villa Rica Police Department
The local law enforcement agency responding to the crash on I-20 in Douglas County.
Douglas County Sheriff's Office
The county-level law enforcement agency also on the scene of the I-20 crash in Douglas County.
What’s next
Authorities have not provided an estimated time for when the eastbound lanes of I-20 will reopen. Drivers are advised to avoid the area and seek alternate routes until the scene is cleared.
The takeaway
This incident highlights the importance of maintaining safe and reliable transportation infrastructure, as any disruption to a major highway like I-20 can have significant ripple effects across the region. Authorities will need to thoroughly investigate the cause of the crash and work quickly to restore normal traffic flow.
