A section of the westbound arterial in the City of Poughkeepsie has been closed following a serious accident.

There was a serious auto accident at the intersection of the Westbound Arterial and North Hamilton Street and that intersection will be closed to traffic for the next several hours.

Motorists are advised to avoid the area until further notice

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