GUNNISON COUNTY, Colo. (KREX) - Monarch Pass is closed for an unknown period of time due to a "major" crash that occurred Thursday morning, according to the Gunnison Regional 911 Center.

The crash happened on U.S. Highway 50 at mile marker 191 near Sargents. Emergency services are on scene to provide aid.

Officials say travelers should expect an extended closure with no estimate of when it will reopen.

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