Crews will temporarily close both directions of I-85 in Concord today at 1:30 p.m.

The closure will occur at Exit 58 (U.S. 29/601) to reinstall power lines that came down earlier this morning.

The repairs are expected to take about an hour to complete. While the interstate is closed, law enforcement officials will direct motorists up and over I-85 at Exit 58.

Motorists should prepare for delays.

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