Fatal accident on George Washington Bridge

NEW YORK (AP) -- Authorities say a multi-vehicle accident on the George Washington Bridge has left one person dead and another person in critical condition.

Fire officials say it happened just before 9 p.m. Wednesday on the upper roadway.

The injured, including three other people who suffered minor injuries, were taken to Columbia-Presbyterian Hospital.

The accident is causing traffic delays on the bridge of 60 to 90 minutes.