UPDATED: Highway 24 westbound lane closed due to military vehicle hydraulic leak

MOREHEAD CITY, Carteret County — Update:

Officials state the scene has been cleared and the lane is now open.

Traffic alert:

Highway 24 westbound lane closed due to military vehicle hydraulic leak.

Authorities state that one lane is shutdown while crews are performing cleanup.

This is being treated as a hazmat situation.

Morehead City Police, Cherry Point Fire Department and Morehead City Fire-EMS are currently all on scene.

Drivers are urged to use caution while in this area and expect possible delays.