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Multi-vehicle accident closes westbound Thruway between Exits 48 and 48A in Batavia

Published January 29, 2026 at 2:47 PM EST
Photo of the thruway closure from NITTEC.
NITTEC
The NITTEC camera at exit 48 in Batavia showing traffic blocked off Thursday afternoon.

New York State police are reporting a multi-vehicle accident mid-day Thursday on the I-90 Thruway between Pembroke and Batavia. Police are asking people to avoid the area.

The New York State Thruway Authority is advising motorists to expect delays and take alternate routes if possible. Motorists can also download their app for the latest updates here.

UPDATE 3:18 p.m. Thursday Jan. 29, 2026

New York State Police Troop T say a preliminary investigation as of 2:30 p.m. shows about 25 to 30 vehicles, both passenger and commercial were involved in the accident. So far, only non-life-threatening injuries have been reported. Police and fire are on scene.

UPDATE 3:11 p.m., Thursday Jan. 29, 2026 :

NITTEC reports the I-90 eastbound lanes have reopened to traffic. Westbound lanes remain closed.

2:47 p.m., Thursday Jan. 29, 2026:

The accident has closed down the Thruway in both directions between Exits 48 and 48A in Batavia.

Eastbound Thruway traffic is being diverted at Exit 48A. Westbound Thruway traffic is being diverted at Exit 48.

We will continue to update this story as more information becomes available.