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US 220 Shut Down In Both Directions After Multi-Vehicle Crash In Lycoming County US 220 Shut Down In Both Directions After Multi-Vehicle Crash In Lycoming County
US 220 Shut Down In Both Directions After Multi-Vehicle Crash In Lycoming County A multi-vehicle crash has shut down US 220 in both directions in Porter Township, Lycoming County, police announced on Monday, Feb. 17 at 7:04 p.m. The crash occurred between Exit 120 for PA 44 North (Pine Creek) and the Thomas Street exit at 6:52 p.m., according to Lycoming Regional Police. All lanes of US 220 are currently closed, and officials are urging drivers to avoid the area and use alternate routes. The road closure is expected to last until approximately 11 p.m., authorities said. This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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Snow, Ice To Slam Pennsylvania PennDOT Issues Statewide Travel Restrictions Snow, Ice To Slam Pennsylvania PennDOT Issues Statewide Travel Restrictions
Snow, Ice To Slam Pennsylvania PennDOT Issues Statewide Travel Restrictions A winter storm packing snow, sleet, and freezing rain is set to sweep across Pennsylvania on Tuesday, Feb. 11, prompting PennDOT to issue travel warnings and vehicle restrictions. The storm is expected to begin mid-morning in southwestern PA, spreading north and east throughout the day. Snow will transition into freezing rain by Wednesday, Feb. 12, creating hazardous travel conditions, according to PennDOT. Vehicle Restrictions At 4 p.m. Tuesday, Tier 1 vehicle restrictions will take effect on several major highways, including: Interstate 76 from Toll I-76/I-276 to the Walt Whitman Bridge…

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Crash Closes I-78 Eastbound In Lebanon County (DEVELOPING) Crash Closes I-78 Eastbound In Lebanon County (DEVELOPING)
Crash Closes I-78 Eastbound In Lebanon County (Developing) A crash has shut down all lanes of Interstate 78 eastbound in Lebanon County, according to 511PA. The incident occurred between Exit 6 for PA 343 – Lebanon/Fredericksburg and two miles east of the exit. It was first reported at 10:32 a.m. on Sunday, Feb. 9, with all lanes officially closed by 12:18 p.m., transportation officials said. The closure is expected to last until at least 2:30 p.m. Drivers should expect significant delays and seek alternate routes. This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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Tanker Truck Overturns, Closes Route 501 In Lancaster County Tanker Truck Overturns, Closes Route 501 In Lancaster County
Tanker Truck Overturns, Closes Route 501 In Lancaster County A tanker truck hauling liquid asphalt oil overturned, shutting down a stretch of Route 501 in Lancaster County on Friday, Feb. 7, emergency dispatchers said. The crash happened around 11:04 a.m. in the 1900 block of Furnace Hills Pike/Route 501 near Route 322 in Elizabeth Township, according to dispatch reports. The 18-wheeler flipped onto its side, and a utility pole and wires were knocked down, blocking the roadway, officials said. No injuries were reported. Photos from the scene show the tanker overturned in the grass along the highway. Route 501 remains closed from Route 322 to Fox R…

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Following Fiery Crash, Route 283 West Reopens In Lancaster County: PennDOT Following Fiery Crash, Route 283 West Reopens In Lancaster County: PennDOT
Following Fiery Crash, Route 283 West Reopens In Lancaster County: PennDOT A crash involving multiple vehicles, including a tractor-trailer that caught fire, shut down Route 283 westbound between Route 772 and Spooky Nook Road in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) officials announced on Wednesday, Jan. 22 at 4:10 p.m. The incident, which occurred around 3:38 p.m. and was first listed on 511PA.com, prompted emergency responders to close the road to address the fire and manage the crash scene, according to PennDOT spokesperson Fritzi Schreffler. PennDOT was notified of the westbound closure at 3:40 p.m. No injuries have been reporte…

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Water Main Break Shuts Down Busy Hatfield Route Water Main Break Shuts Down Busy Hatfield Route
Water Main Break Shuts Down Busy Hatfield Route A water main break has led to the closure of a key route in Hatfield, police announced on Monday, Jan. 21 at 9:45 a.m. The closure affects the area between Fairgrounds Road and Forty Foot Road, according to police. Crews from the North Penn Water Authority are working to repair the break as quickly as possible. Police are urging drivers not to bypass barriers that may be placed along the roadway. Motorists should use alternate routes and avoid the area until repairs are completed.

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Multi-Vehicle Crash Knocks Down Pole, Wires At Busy Doylestown Intersection: Police Multi-Vehicle Crash Knocks Down Pole, Wires At Busy Doylestown Intersection: Police
Multi-Vehicle Crash Knocks Down Pole, Wires At Busy Doylestown Intersection: Police A multi-vehicle crash at the intersection of Limekiln Road and Sandy Ridge Road in Doylestown Township has caused significant traffic disruptions, police announced on Tuesday, Jan. 21 at 9:03 a.m. The collision brought down a utility pole and wires, forcing authorities to close the roadway for an extended period, according to Doylestown Township police. Crews from PECO and Verizon were dispatched to remove the wires and the damaged pole, police said. Drivers were urged to avoid the area and seek alternative routes until the road reopened at 12:34 p.m., according to an update by police

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Speeds Reduced On I-81 In Lebanon County Due To Slippery Conditions: PennDOT Speeds Reduced On I-81 In Lebanon County Due To Slippery Conditions: PennDOT
Speeds Reduced On I-81 In Lebanon County Due To Slippery Conditions: PennDOT Drivers are urged to proceed with caution on Interstate 81 in Lebanon County, where speeds have been reduced to 55 mph due to wet and slippery conditions, PennDOT announced on Thursday, Jan. 16. The speed restriction applies to I-81 northbound between Exit 89 (I-78 East – Allentown) and Exit 151A (I-80 East – Stroudsburg), PennDOT spokesperson Fritzi Schreffler said. The restriction, implemented at 11:40 a.m., comes as light but steady snow creates slippery road conditions across much of District 8. Crews in all eight counties of the district are patrolling and laying material as needed t…

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Heavy Rain Partially Floods Rt 100 In Chester County (DEVELOPING) Heavy Rain Partially Floods Rt 100 In Chester County (DEVELOPING)
Heavy Rain Partially Floods Rt 100 In Chester County (Developing) Heavy rain has caused flooding along Route 100 southbound at mile marker 1.4, blocking the right lane, authorities announced on Tuesday, Dec. 31 at 10:05 p.m. Travelers are advised to exercise caution as flooding impacts the area near mile marker 1.4 on Route 100 southbound in Chester County, according to the West Whiteland Township Police Department. The flooding, attributed to heavy rainfall, has rendered the right lane impassable. Crews are monitoring the situation and will provide updates as conditions change, police said. This is a developing story. Check back for possible updates.

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Route 202 Shut Down Both Ways After Crash In Doylestown Twp. (DEVELOPING) Route 202 Shut Down Both Ways After Crash In Doylestown Twp. (DEVELOPING)
Route 202 Shut Down Both Ways After Crash In Doylestown Twp. (Developing) A crash has shut down Route 202 in both directions at Route 611 in Doylestown Township, police announced on Friday, Dec. 20. The closure was announced just before 9:50 p.m., as authorities advised drivers to find an alternate route. Details of the crash and any potential injuries were not immediately available. The Doylestown Township Police Department shared the alert via CRIMEWATCH. Drivers should avoid the area while emergency crews work to clear the scene.

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Route 222 South Closes After Serious Crash, Lane Restrictions North (DEVELOPING) Route 222 South Closes After Serious Crash, Lane Restrictions North (DEVELOPING)
Route 222 South Closes After Serious Crash, 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…

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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…

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