UPDATE (3:45 PM) - Roanoke County Police reports that Route 311 / Catawba Valley Drive at Absalom Smith Road is now open.
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This is a preliminary report of a multi-vehicle crash with injuries that has occurred in the 2900 block of Catawba Valley Dr in Roanoke County. Injuries have been reported, but the extent and identities of persons involved are not being released at this time. The road is blocked in the area of Catawba Valley Dr / Absalom Smith Rd. Motorists are asked to avoid the area if possible until further notice. No further information at this time, as the investigation is ongoing.