Driver Hospitalized After U-Haul Overturns, Scatters Debris Across Route 80 (Photos)

A driver was rescued and taken to a nearby hospital after a U-Haul overturned and scattered debris across Route 80 Thursday morning, authorities said.

Valerie Musson

12/15/2022 4:57 p.m.

The Knowlton Township Fire and Rescue Company responded to the crash in the westbound lanes near milepost 6.7 shortly before 7:30 a.m.

The driver was quickly extricated and had suffered minor injuries, the rescue company said.

The driver was taken to Pocono Medical Center by St. Luke's/Knowlton EMS while crew members searched through piles of spilled debris to find the victim’s lost medications and other important documents.

Two of three right lanes were temporarily closed following the crash, according to 511NJ:

Scroll down to view additional photos from the crash scene.

Assisting agencies include Station 33 Portland Hook and Ladder Company, NJSP, NJDOT Emergency Response, and Stews Towing.

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