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The first incident occurred at approximately 5:03 p.m., when a crash on I-81 southbound at Exit 70 to I-83 South/US 322 East - Harrisburg led to the closure of the ramp, according to PennDOT. The ramp closure is expected to last until at least 8 p.m.
Shortly after, at 5:11 p.m., a tractor-trailer overturned on the ramp connecting I-81 southbound to I-83 southbound, spilling its load of lumber. Debris scattered onto I-83 northbound, initially slowing traffic but not prompting lane closures.
At 6 p.m., the I-83 north ramp to I-81 south was also closed to allow crews to clean up debris. PennDOT estimates that cleanup and removal will take approximately four hours, with the ramp potentially reopening by late evening.
A passenger car reportedly veered down an embankment to avoid the debris. No injuries were reported in either the crash or the secondary incident, officials said.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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