WEIRTON, W.Va. (WTRF) –
UPDATE:
Route 2 in Weirton is back open.
ORIGINAL:
Both directions of Route 2 are closed near Weirton after a driver went over a 40 foot embankment.
Fire and EMS officials say they received the call shortly after 4 o’clock.
As of right now, Hancock County along with Weirton fire and ems personnel are reported to be evacuating the driver.
A medical helicopter is on scene to transport the patient.
Details are limited at this time, stay with 7News for more updates.
