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Highway 128 crash closes both lanes near mile marker 47 in Lea County
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk Tamlyn Price , as published by KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· July 28, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The incident is located near mile marker 47.
A crash has occurred on Highway 128 in Lea County, New Mexico, prompting the closure of both eastbound and westbound lanes. The incident is located near mile marker 47. Deputies from the Lea County Sheriff's Office are responding to the scene.
Drivers in the area are advised to exercise caution and seek an alternate route. It is also recommended to slow down and be aware of emergency personnel and other vehicles in the vicinity. Further details about the crash are not immediately available.
For the latest information, readers can refer to the source, KOSA CBS7.
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Category: safety Published: July 28, 2026 Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) Reading time: 1 min
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