Tractor-Trailer Fire Shutters Part Of PA Turnpike: PennDOT

A tractor-trailer caught on fire along the Pennsylvania Turnpike prompting a detour to be put in place on Tuesday, Oct. 22, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation.

The smoke from the fire as it was seen on traffic cameras.
Photo Credit: *511PA/PennDOT*

Jillian Pikora

10/22/2024 3:42 p.m.

The fire broke out in Upper Allen Township near mile marker 234.7 around 2:09 p.m., according to PennDOT's 511PA.

The turnpike is closed at the Gettysburg interchange.

There is a detour in place: Gettysburg Pike WB to Carlisle all traffic should take US 15 North to PA Rt. 581 West to Interstate 81 South to US 11 South — and then re-enter at the Carlisle Interchange 226/Old 16.

There is no word on any injuries or when the crash is expected to clear.

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