BROOKSIDE, Ala. (WIAT) — Two people are dead after a head-on collision on I-22 at exit 91 in Brookside.

Around 5:30 p.m., authorities responded to the area where the collision took place.

A vehicle crossed the median and hit another vehicle head-on, according to Cpl. Steve Smith. There was a fatality in each vehicle. 

The other occupants’ injuries are unknown. 

The interstate is closed at this time while ALEA officers conclude the investigation and clear the scene. Brookside and Birmingham Fire are also assisting on the scene.