CRANSTON, R.I. (WPRI) — All travel lanes are currently blocked on I-95 South at Exit 33B in Cranston.

The Rhode Island Department of Transportation warned drivers of the blocked travel lanes in a social media post Tuesday afternoon.

Traffic cameras showed what appeared to be planks of wood blocking the roadway after falling off the back of a truck. Rhode Island State Police are on scene and working to clear the highway.

The incident is causing serious traffic backups in the area.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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