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Overturned Tractor-Trailer Closes I-81 North In Cumberland County Overturned Tractor-Trailer Closes I-81 North In Cumberland County
Overturned Tractor-Trailer Closes I-81 North In Cumberland County An overturned tractor-trailer has shut down a stretch of Interstate 81 in Cumberland County on Monday, Sept. 15, officials said. The crash happened between Exit 52A for US 11 North in New Kingstown and Exit 57 for PA 114 in Mechanicsburg around 5:20 p.m., according to PennDOT. All lanes of I-81 northbound are closed, and traffic is being diverted onto Route 11, authorities said. Drivers should expect heavy congestion and delays in both directions, with rubbernecking slowing southbound lanes. The tractor-trailer was believed to be hauling tools when it overturned, officials said. A minor ga…
Tractor-Trailer Crash Cleared On I-81 In Dauphin, Lebanon Counties Tractor-Trailer Crash Cleared On I-81 In Dauphin, Lebanon Counties
Tractor-Trailer Crash Cleared On I-81 In Dauphin, Lebanon Counties A crash involving a tractor-trailer that shut down Interstate 81 northbound between Dauphin and Lebanon counties on Sunday, Aug. 17 has been cleared, Pennsylvania Department of Transportation officials announced. The collision happened near Exit 85 for PA 934 South in Annville, prompting authorities to close the highway from Exit 80 at Grantville/Hershey to Exit 85. Traffic was detoured off the interstate at Exit 80 following the closure around 6:30 p.m., according to PennDOT. As of 10 p.m., the crash scene had been cleared, though officials said motorists should expect residual delays in t…
Injury Crash Closes PA Turnpike In Both Directions Near Denver: PennDOT Injury Crash Closes PA Turnpike In Both Directions Near Denver: PennDOT
Injury Crash Closes PA Turnpike In Both Directions Near Denver: PennDOT A portion of the Pennsylvania Turnpike is shut down following an injury crash in Lancaster County on Friday, Aug. 15, according to PennDOT. The crash happened near North Sixth Street in Denver around 2:29 p.m., officials said. The turnpike is closed in both directions, and drivers should expect lane closures and delays. Alternate routes are advised while crews work to clear the scene. The extent of injuries is unknown at this time, and the cause of the crash remains under investigation.
Wet Cement Spill From Truck Shuts Down I-83 Ramp To I-81 In Dauphin County Wet Cement Spill From Truck Shuts Down I-83 Ramp To I-81 In Dauphin County
Wet Cement Spill From Truck Shuts Down I-83 Ramp To I-81 In Dauphin County A spill of wet cement on the I-83 northbound ramp to I-81 South caused major traffic delays in Dauphin County, officials said. The incident happened shortly after 3 p.m. on Friday, July 11, according to PennDOT spokesperson Fritzi Schreffler. A truck reportedly left wet cement across one side of the ramp, though it’s unclear whether the material leaked, spilled, or was dumped unintentionally. No injuries were reported, but the spill significantly disrupted traffic flow. The truck crew is currently on scene using shovels to clean the cement off the roadway, Schreffler said. Fire police, Pen…
Woman Ejected, Killed After Pickup Truck Flips Onto Railroad Tracks In Route 322 Crash: PSP Woman Ejected, Killed After Pickup Truck Flips Onto Railroad Tracks In Route 322 Crash: PSP
Woman Ejected, Killed After Pickup Truck Flips Onto Railroad Tracks In Route 322 Crash: PSP A 24-year-old woman was killed and a man was seriously injured when their pickup truck flipped off Route 22/322 and landed on railroad tracks in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania State Police announced on Monday, June 16. Makayla M. Creeley, of Halifax, was riding in the front passenger seat of a 1988 GMC S15 when the 27-year-old male driver lost control around 3:11 a.m. in the westbound lanes near Route 147 in Reed Township, troopers said. The driver had been passing a commercial vehicle in the left lane and attempted to merge back into the right lane when he hit an embankment, causing the pick…
Tractor-Trailer Overturns On I-81 Ramp In Dauphin County, Causing Holiday Delays Tractor-Trailer Overturns On I-81 Ramp In Dauphin County, Causing Holiday Delays
Tractor-Trailer Overturns On I-81 Ramp In Dauphin County, Causing Holiday Delays A tractor-trailer overturned on the ramp from Interstate 81 South to Interstate 83 South in Dauphin County, sparking major delays as crews worked to clear the scene on Monday, May 26. The crash happened around 1:30 p.m. near Exit 70, with the trailer left dangling off the edge of the ramp, according to Colonial Park Fire Co. #1 and PennDOT traffic cameras. At least one lane was blocked as first responders worked to upright the truck and trailer. Officials warned drivers that traffic would remain slow for several hours and advised using alternate routes. No injuries have been reported at th…
NJ Motorcyclists Hospitalized After Crash On Route 15 In PA: Police NJ Motorcyclists Hospitalized After Crash On Route 15 In PA: Police
NJ Motorcyclists Hospitalized After Crash On Route 15 In PA: Police A crash between two motorcycles on Route 15 in Upper Allen left both riders hospitalized, local police said. The wreck happened just after 1 p.m. on Friday, May 23, 2025, near the Cumberland Parkway exit, Upper Allen Township Police announced. The rider of a black motorcycle slowed down due to heavy traffic and swerved left to avoid another bike, according to investigators. A silver motorcycle behind it was unable to react in time and rear-ended the black motorcycle, causing both to crash onto the roadway. Both motorcyclists were hurt and taken to a nearby hospital for evaluation, police s…
Stolen Car Carrier Overturns On I-83, Spills 6 Vehicles Into Ditch, Triggers Second Crash: PSP Stolen Car Carrier Overturns On I-83, Spills 6 Vehicles Into Ditch, Triggers Second Crash: PSP
Stolen Car Carrier Overturns On I-83, Spills 6 Vehicles Into Ditch, Triggers Second Crash: PSP A stolen car carrier overturned on Interstate 83 in York County, spilling six vehicles into a ditch and causing a second crash during the Monday morning rush, Pennsylvania State Police announced on Tuesday, May 13. 🚨 The crash happened around 4:20 a.m. on I-83 north between the Lewisberry and Fishing Creek Road exits in Fairview Township. The tractor-trailer toppled into a ditch, dumping its load of six vehicles, troopers said. Among those six vehicles, at least one was confirmed stolen. Pennsylvania State Police said the investigation is ongoing in coordination with the local departments w…
Crash Sends Highway Sign Flying Over Edge At I-83 2nd St Exit In Harrisburg Crash Sends Highway Sign Flying Over Edge At I-83 2nd St Exit In Harrisburg
Crash Sends Highway Sign Flying Over Edge At I-83 2nd St Exit In Harrisburg A highway sign was ripped from the ground and thrown over the edge during a multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 83 in Harrisburg, causing chaos during Monday evening rush hour, on Monday, April 21, PennDOT spokesperson Fritzi Schreffler said. The crash struck just after 5 p.m. at the 2nd Street exit on I-83 North (Exit 43), shutting down the right lane and shoulder as fire crews rushed to the scene. The impact knocked over a portable message board and the steel post holding the large green exit sign — both sent over the embankment in a dramatic show of force. Chains were quickly attached to t…
Tractor-Trailer Crash Shuts Down I-81 South, Sparks Delays Near PA /MD Line (DEVELOPING) Tractor-Trailer Crash Shuts Down I-81 South, Sparks Delays Near PA /MD Line (DEVELOPING)
Tractor-Trailer Crash Shuts Down I-81 South, Sparks Delays Near PA /MD Line (Developing) A tractor-trailer crash involving multiple vehicles shut down Interstate 81 southbound near Exit 5 (Greencastle/Waynesboro) in Antrim Township, Franklin County around 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 10, according to PennDOT. Due to the wreck, all lanes of I-81 southbound are closed between Exit 5 and Exit 10 (Route 914/Marion). Rubbernecking delays were also reported on the northbound side between the same exits. It is unclear when the highway will reopen. Drivers are urged to avoid the area and expect major delays. The extent of injuries and the number of vehicles involved have not yet been …
Two Injured In Four-Vehicle Crash On Route 30 In South Central PA Two Injured In Four-Vehicle Crash On Route 30 In South Central PA
Two Injured In Four-Vehicle Crash On Route 30 In South Central PA A four-vehicle crash involving a tractor-trailer, a pickup truck, an SUV, and a sedan left two people injured and caused major traffic delays in Manheim Township, Lancaster County, on Thursday, March 6, emergency dispatchers said. The collision happened around 6:30 a.m. on Route 30 Eastbound at the Lititz Pike/Route 501 exit. The tractor-trailer veered off the eastbound lanes and partially blocked Chester Road, while the pickup truck was severely damaged, officials said. The crash caused significant backups on Route 30, Route 283, Chester Road, and surrounding roads. Two people were transp…
Multi-Vehicle Crash Closes I-81 Northbound In Central PA (DEVELOPING) Multi-Vehicle Crash Closes I-81 Northbound In Central PA (DEVELOPING)
Multi-Vehicle Crash Closes I-81 Northbound In Central PA (Developing) A multi-vehicle crash shut down all northbound lanes of Interstate 81 in Middlesex Township on Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2025, officials said. The crash occurred between Exit 52B for the US 11/PA Turnpike and Exit 57 for PA 114 in Mechanicsburg around 7:18 a.m., according to PennDOT’s 511PA and emergency dispatch reports. Pennsylvania State Police troopers responded to the scene to investigate and assess any potential injuries, authorities said. No injuries or fatalities have been reported as of this update. Traffic is backed up along the stretch of I-81, with 511PA listing the anticipated reopen…
Multi-Vehicle Crash Closes I-83 North In York County: PennDOT (PHOTOS) Multi-Vehicle Crash Closes I-83 North In York County: PennDOT (PHOTOS)
Multi-Vehicle Crash Closes I-83 North In York County: PennDOT (Photos) A multi-vehicle crash has closed all lanes of Interstate 83 Northbound in York County, PennDOT announced on Monday, Jan. 20. The collision occurred around 11:45 a.m. near Exit 19, Route 462/Market Street, in Springettsbury Township. The vehicles involved are completely blocking the roadway, according to PennDOT. Traffic is backed up as the highway is shut down between Exit 19 and Exit 21B, Route 30/Arsenal Road. Drivers should anticipate significant delays and consider alternate routes. The anticipated reopening time is 1:30 p.m., though this remains subject to change. It is currently unc…
PennDOT Crew Among Multiple People Hospitalized After Chain-Reaction Crash On PA 581 PennDOT Crew Among Multiple People Hospitalized After Chain-Reaction Crash On PA 581
PennDOT Crew Among Multiple People Hospitalized After Chain-Reaction Crash On PA 581 A chain-reaction crash involving a PennDOT crew truck and multiple vehicles injured several people on PA 581 eastbound near the Camp Hill exit Friday afternoon, authorities said. The crash occurred just before 2 p.m. on Dec. 27 when traffic was stopped near the Trindle Road on-ramp. A PennDOT crew cab was struck in the collision, totaling the vehicle, according to PennDOT spokesperson Fritzi Schreffler. Three PennDOT employees were transported to the hospital for evaluation, Schreffler said. Several passengers in other vehicles involved had to be extricated and were also taken to the hosp…
Multi-Vehicle Crash Closes I-81 South Near Hershey, Causing Major Delays Multi-Vehicle Crash Closes I-81 South Near Hershey, Causing Major Delays
Multi-Vehicle Crash Closes I-81 South Near Hershey, Causing Major Delays A multi-vehicle crash has shut down a stretch of Interstate 81 southbound in Dauphin County, leading to significant traffic backups on Tuesday, Dec. 17, authorities said. The crash occurred near the Manada Hill/Hershey exit, with all lanes closed, according to 511PA. Traffic is backed up for several miles as crews work to clear the scene. 511PA estimates the roadway will reopen around 12:45 p.m. No injuries or fatalities have been reported at this time. The incident comes just days after 19-year-old Muhammad Ali and 21-year-old Dru Feeley were killed in separate crashes along I-81 in South…
Fatal Multi-Vehicle Rollover Crash On I-81 Near Enola: PennDOT Fatal Multi-Vehicle Rollover Crash On I-81 Near Enola: PennDOT
Fatal Multi-Vehicle Rollover Crash On I-81 Near Enola: PennDOT A fiery multi-vehicle crash left one person dead and shut down a stretch of Interstate 81 on Thursday, Dec. 14, authorities said. Body: The crash happened near mile marker 62.5 on I-81 southbound, between Exit 65: US 11/15 North and South - Marysville/Enola and Exit 61: PA 944 - Wertzville Road, officials said. The collision, which occurred at approximately 9:35 p.m., involved multiple vehicles, one of which caught fire. Emergency crews confirmed one fatality at the scene. Firefighters worked to extinguish the flames and clear the wreckage, authorities said. All southbound lanes of I-81 we…
Route 222 South Closes After Serious Crash Near Leola, Lane Restrictions North (DEVELOPING) Route 222 South Closes After Serious Crash Near Leola, Lane Restrictions North (DEVELOPING)
Route 222 South Closes After Serious Crash Near Leola, Lane Restrictions North (Developing) A serious crash has shut down all southbound lanes of Route 222 between the Brownstown/Rothsville and Oregon Pike exits near Leola, authorities announced Friday, Dec. 13. Northbound traffic is restricted to one lane in the same area. The southbound lanes of Route 222 were closed at 2:12 p.m., according to 511PA. Traffic is being diverted at the Brownstown exit, with the roadway expected to remain closed until at least 4:15 p.m., authorities said. The northbound lanes of Route 222 are also impacted, with one lane restricted between the Oregon Pike and Brownstown/Rothsville exits. Drivers s…
Traffic Backed Up For Miles After Crash On I-83 In York County (DEVELOPING) Traffic Backed Up For Miles After Crash On I-83 In York County (DEVELOPING)
Traffic Backed Up For Miles After Crash On I-83 In York County (Developing) A crash on Interstate 83 in Newberry Township caused severe traffic delays on Friday, Dec. 13, authorities announced. The collision occurred in the northbound lanes near Exit 32 for Route 382/Newberrytown around 12:30 p.m., Newberry Township emergency officials said. Crews responded quickly, blocking the highway and diverting vehicles as traffic began backing up for several miles. Details surrounding the cause of the crash or possible injuries remain unclear. Emergency personnel are working to clear the scene, but residual delays are expected into the afternoon. Motorists are advised to av…
Speed Reduced On I-81 In Lebanon County Amid Cleanup, New Crash (UPDATE) Speed Reduced On I-81 In Lebanon County Amid Cleanup, New Crash (UPDATE)
Speed Reduced On I-81 In Lebanon County Amid Cleanup, New Crash (Update) Speed limits have been reduced on Interstate 81 in Lebanon County at the request of Pennsylvania State Police Jonestown, PennDOT announced on Wednesday, Dec. 11, as crews continue clearing a major crash involving a tractor-trailer hauling a prefab mobile home. PennDOT has reduced speed limits on I-81 in Lebanon County to improve safety as emergency crews manage ongoing incidents, including a crash involving a tractor-trailer hauling a prefab mobile home near the Interstate 78 split in Union Township. The tractor-trailer veered off the road into the bushes earlier in the day, causing exten…
Multiple Crashes Snarl Traffic On PA 581 East Near Camp Hill (DEVELOPING) Multiple Crashes Snarl Traffic On PA 581 East Near Camp Hill (DEVELOPING)
Multiple Crashes Snarl Traffic On PA 581 East Near Camp Hill (Developing) Two crashes along PA 581 eastbound caused major delays near Exit 5: US 15 S - US 11/15 N Gettysburg/Camp Hill on Monday, Dec. 2, leaving drivers stranded in long backups during the afternoon commute. The first crash occurred around 2:05 p.m., approximately one mile west of Exit 5, creating a traffic disruption expected to clear by 3:30 p.m., PennDOT said. Just 15 minutes later, a second crash near the exit led to lane restrictions anticipated to last until 3:45 p.m. Motorists traveling through the area are advised to find alternate routes as emergency crews work to clear the scene and inv…
Rt 30 Reopens After Mass Casualty Tractor-Trailer Crash: PennDOT (UPDATE) Rt 30 Reopens After Mass Casualty Tractor-Trailer Crash: PennDOT (UPDATE)
Rt 30 Reopens After Mass Casualty Tractor-Trailer Crash: PennDOT (Update) A crash involving a tractor-trailer and a passenger vehicle shut down Route 30 in both directions under the I-83 interchange in York County on Saturday, Nov. 30, authorities announced. The crash, which occurred just after 6 p.m., was deemed a mass casualty incident, meaning multiple patients required evaluation, according to PennDOT officials. Entrapment was reported at the scene, and ramps from I-83 north and south to Route 30 were also closed, PennDOT spokesperson Fritzi Schreffler told the press. Traffic delays were reported on I-83 due to the multi-vehicle crash, as stated on 511PA. Cr…
One Hospitalized After Multi-Vehicle Crash On I-83: PennDOT One Hospitalized After Multi-Vehicle Crash On I-83: PennDOT
One Hospitalized After Multi-Vehicle Crash On I-83: PennDOT A multi-vehicle crash left one person hospitalized and caused major traffic delays on Interstate 83 North in York County, according to emergency dispatch on Wednesday, Nov. 20. The crash occurred around 11:30 a.m. in the northbound lanes at Exit 40, Limekiln Road, in Fairview Township. The wreck blocked multiple lanes, forcing traffic to detour onto the Limekiln Road exit and travel along the shoulder. Emergency crews transported one person to a nearby hospital. Crews cleaned up spilled fuel and other vehicle liquids from the crash site, and the vehicles were towed fro. The scene. Pennsyl…
Two Crashes Cause Delays On I-83 In South Central PA Two Crashes Cause Delays On I-83 In South Central PA
Two Crashes Cause Delays On I-83 In South Central PA Traffic delays plagued Interstate 83 in York County after two crashes in the northbound lanes on Wednesday morning, Nov. 20. The first crash occurred around 7:35 a.m., just 0.1 miles north of Exit 34 for Valley Green, according to PennDOT. Crews quickly cleared the scene, and all lanes reopened shortly after. The second crash, involving multiple vehicles, happened near Exit 32 for Route 382/Newberrytown around 7:50 a.m., Newberry Township officials confirmed. The left lane was closed, causing significant backups for several miles. By 9:30 a.m., traffic had eased, and all lanes were fully r…
I-81 Crash Causes Traffic Delays In Central PA I-81 Crash Causes Traffic Delays In Central PA
I-81 Crash Causes Traffic Delays In Central PA A crash blocked the right lane of Interstate 81 northbound near Exit 44: Route 465/Plainfield in Dickinson Township on Wednesday, Nov. 20, around 6 a.m., PennDOT reported. The crash caused severe traffic backups in the area before crews cleared the scene, reopening all lanes by mid-morning. It remains unclear if anyone was injured in the incident. Drivers are encouraged to stay cautious as additional delays may persist.
Crash Blocks Route 30 Lanes, Causes Major Delays In South Central PA Crash Blocks Route 30 Lanes, Causes Major Delays In South Central PA
Crash Blocks Route 30 Lanes, Causes Major Delays In South Central PA A crash involving a tractor-trailer and another vehicle is causing significant traffic delays on Route 30 in West Hempfield Township, authorities confirmed on Wednesday morning, Nov. 20. The accident occurred in the eastbound lanes near the Prospect Road exit around 6:30 a.m., according to dispatch. The tractor-trailer is reportedly stuck in a construction hole, completely blocking all eastbound lanes at Roosevelt Avenue in York City, dispatch said. Photos from the scene show the vehicle lodged in the construction area, leading to severe traffic backups. Police have been called to the scene…
2 Injured In Tractor-Trailer Hauling Honey Flips On Route 222 In South Central PA 2 Injured In Tractor-Trailer Hauling Honey Flips On Route 222 In South Central PA
2 Injured In Tractor-Trailer Hauling Honey Flips On Route 222 In South Central PA A crash involving a tractor-trailer hauling honey closed Route 222 southbound in Lancaster County, disrupting morning commutes and injuring at least two people, authorities announced early Monday, Nov. 12. The accident happened in the southbound lanes of Route 222 in Brecknock Township, between the Adamstown exit and the Pennsylvania Turnpike at approximately 4:25 a.m., according to dispatchers and fire officials. A tractor-trailer collided with a car, flipping onto the smaller vehicle, photos from the scene show and dispatchers confirmed. Two people were transported to the hospit…
Flipped Equipment Closes Rt 222 Ramp In South Central PA (DEVELOPING) Flipped Equipment Closes Rt 222 Ramp In South Central PA (DEVELOPING)
Flipped Equipment Closes Rt 222 Ramp In South Central PA (Developing) Equipment rolled off a trailer at an ramp entering Route 222 ramp in Lancaster County on Tuesday afternoon, Oct. 29, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation' 511PA traffic cameras. The equipment flipped over at the ramp to Route 222 South from Route 322 in Ephrata Township around 12 p.m., as shown on 511PA. The ramp closure is causing delays on Route 322.  Check back here for possible updates.
Virginia Man ID'd In Fatal Jeep Crash On I-81 Near Hershey: PA State Police (UPDATE) Virginia Man ID'd In Fatal Jeep Crash On I-81 Near Hershey: PA State Police (UPDATE)
Utkarsh Munjal Of Virginia Killed In I-81 Crash: PSP A Virginia man has been identified as the passenger killed in a crash that closed part of Interstate 81 in Central Pennsylvania on Sunday, Sept. 29, Pennsylvania State Police announced in a release on Tuesday, Oct. 1. Utkarsh Munjal, 23, originally of Jalandhar, India but more recently of Arlington and Manassas, Virginia, USA, has been named as the victim of the deadly crash that happened on I-81 North at mile marker 77.5 near Hershey over the weekend, according to PA State Police and his social media.  During the rain, a 2021 Jeep Wrangler going north on the interstate crossed ov…
Second Tractor-Trailer Crash On PA Turnpike Interchange To Rt 283: PennDOT Second Tractor-Trailer Crash On PA Turnpike Interchange To Rt 283: PennDOT
Second Tractor-Trailer Crash On PA Turnpike Interchange To Rt 283: PennDOT Yet another tractor-trailer rolled over on the interchange of Route 283 with the PA Turnpike on Thursday, Aug. 22, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. The second tractor-trailer overturned on the ramp from Rt 283 West to the PA Turnpike/Interstate 76 South near the exit to the Harrisburg International Airport in Lower Swatara Township. This crash happened at 1:12 p.m.  The first crash happened almost 12 hours before it but was still being cleaned up as that rollover caused dog food the tractor-trailer was hauling to spill out on the ramp. As of 2:20 p.m., the …
Tractor-Trailer Crash Causes Major Traffic Delays On I-81: PennDOT (PHOTOS) Tractor-Trailer Crash Causes Major Traffic Delays On I-81: PennDOT (PHOTOS)
Tractor-Trailer Crash Causes Major Traffic Delays On I-81: PennDOT (Photos) A crash involving a tractor-trailer caused delays on Interstate 81 in Central Pennsylvania on Wednesday afternoon, July 24, Pennsylvania Department of Transportation spokesperson Fritzi Schreffler told Daily Voice.  The crash happened in the left lane of Interstate 81 South at mile marker 66 near Exit 66: Downtown Harrisburg/Front Street around 1:40 p.m., Schreffler explained.  PennDOT/511PA There were briefly backlogs to the I-83 split, but traffic is currently getting by in the right lane. Incident on #I81 SB at Exit: DOWNTOWN HARRISBURG/FRONT ST { # 66 } https://t.co/jJ…