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Heard on: River Valley Public Safety · 1/16/2026 01:08 PM
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Fort Smith units en route to the river bridge.
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It appears it's in the right lane, the one blocking the right lane.
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Multi-vehicle crash on Fort Smith river bridge

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As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a possible multi-vehicle accident on the Fort Smith river bridge. The right lane was reportedly blocked with indications that at least one driver may have been trapped. Fire and rescue teams were on scene attempting extrication, and northbound traffic was closed while responders worked. The situation involved possible injuries and required temporary lane closures.

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Fort Smith Riverfront Trail, Fort Smith, AR 72901
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