2 people died in a rollover accident on the highway. 34 near Hwy. 257 Friday: Greeley PD

GREELEY, Colo. — Two people died in a rollover crash on Highway 34 near Highway 257 Friday morning, said Kent Keller of the Greeley Police Department.

Several people were thrown from their vehicles during the incident. Several people were taken to surrounding hospitals and remained there with serious injuries, said Keller on Friday at 9:35 a.m.

The accident occurred around 6:45 a.m. Friday and resulted in the closure of Highway 34 in both directions. Highway 34 eastbound has now reopened. However, westbound Highway 34 remained closed at Highway 257 as of the 9:35 a.m. update.

“Please identify an alternate route out of Greeley as the road will be closed for some time while we inspect and clear the roadway. The eastbound lanes are open, but there may be delays as traffic slows around emergency crews,” police said.

The Greeley Police Department's Traffic Division will investigate the incident.