An early morning semi-truck crash near Silverthorne has killed several people and westbound Interstate 70 is expected to be closed for an extended period, according to Colorado State Patrol.

The crash was first reported around 5:45 a.m. near milepost 208. The semi-truck went off the side of the road, crashed, and caught fire, investigators say. Everyone in the truck was killed, but due to the "extensive damage" and fire, investigators don't yet know how many people were in the truck.

Photos posted by CSP show a large quantity of dog food in the trailer.

A handout photo from Colorado State Patrol shows the aftermath of a deadly semi crash on Interstate 70 near Silverthorne on Sunday, Oct. 12, 2025. Colorado State Patrol

There was no estimated time for reopening of the highway and CSP

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