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Vehicle Plunges 40 Feet Off Cliffside In Pittsburgh's Highland Park: Public Safety Vehicle Plunges 40 Feet Off Cliffside In Pittsburgh's Highland Park: Public Safety
Vehicle Plunges 40 Feet Off Cliffside In Pittsburgh's Highland Park: Public Safety A vehicle went over a cliffside, trapping two people inside, in Pittsburgh’s Highland Park on Sunday, June 16, according to the city’s Department of Public Safety. The crash happened at the intersection of Farmhouse Drive and Reservoir Drive, prompting a multi-agency rescue response. The Pittsburgh Bureau of EMS, Police, Fire, and Park Rangers rushed to the scene after reports of a single-vehicle accident involving a car that went over the embankment. Rescuers found the vehicle about 40 feet down the hill with an adult woman driving and an adult man riding as a passenger, both trapped in th…

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Toddler On Baggage Belt Nearly Swept Away At Newark Liberty Airport: Reports Toddler On Baggage Belt Nearly Swept Away At Newark Liberty Airport: Reports
Toddler On Baggage Belt Nearly Swept Away At Newark Liberty Airport: Reports Trouble keeps circling around Newark Liberty Airport. Amid an ongoing air traffic controller crisis that has forced delays and canceled flights at the airport, a new controversy struck in Jersey when a toddler nearly took a strange trip of his own. Port Authority police at the airport had to leap into action, according to multiple reports, when a child playing on a checked baggage conveyor belt nearly got swept away with the luggage. The fast-acting officers manning Terminal A prevented a potentially dangerous situation this week, police say, as they boy's mother was talking to agents behi…

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Dump Truck Crashes Into Sedan, Spills Debris In Fatal Route 422 Collision: PSP Dump Truck Crashes Into Sedan, Spills Debris In Fatal Route 422 Collision: PSP
Dump Truck Crashes Into Sedan, Spills Debris In Fatal Route 422 Collision: PSP A dump truck crashed into an oncoming sedan, killing one person and spilling debris across Route 422 East in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania State Police announced on Friday, May 23. The crash happened when a loaded tri-axle dump truck traveling westbound on Route 422 at mile marker 188.4 lost control, drove off the left side of the road, and barreled through the retaining guide wire barrier into eastbound lanes, according to Trooper Paul Holdefer. The truck struck a silver Ford sedan before overturning and dumping its cargo across the highway, investigators said. The dump truck operator s…

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Jackknifed Tractor-Trailer Shuts Down I-81 North In Lebanon County (DEVELOPING) Jackknifed Tractor-Trailer Shuts Down I-81 North In Lebanon County (DEVELOPING)
Jackknifed Tractor-Trailer Shuts Down I-81 North In Lebanon County (Developing) A jackknifed tractor-trailer brought traffic to a standstill on Interstate 81 in Lebanon County, officials announced on Friday, May 9. The big rig jackknifed across all northbound lanes of the highway around 11:30 a.m., near Exit 85 for Route 934/Annville/Fort Indiantown Gap in East Hanover Township, Pennsylvania Department of Transportation officials said. The crash forced the closure of I-81 north between Exit 85 and Exit 89 for Interstate 78/Allentown. As of 12:08 p.m., all lanes remained blocked, and it was unclear when the interstate would reopen. Southbound lanes were also impacted d…

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Worker Killed ID'd After Freightliner Slams Into Work Zone On Route 581: PSP Worker Killed ID'd After Freightliner Slams Into Work Zone On Route 581: PSP
Worker Killed ID'd After Freightliner Slams Into Work Zone On Route 581: PSP A York City man was killed and another was seriously injured when a Freightliner tractor-trailer plowed into a work zone on Route 581 East in Camp Hill early Monday, April 14, authorities said. The crash happened around 4:39 a.m. near mile marker 5.1, Pennsylvania State Police said in a report. Hector Hernandez, 56, of York City, was on the back of a construction vehicle picking up cones when a double trailer 2018 Freightliner Cascadia entered the closed right lane and struck the work crew's truck, according to PennDOT spokesperson Dave Thompson. Hernandez was transported to Penn State Ho…

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Tractor-Trailer Crash, Hazmat Leak Shut Down I-95 At Pennsylvania-New Jersey Line (UPDATE) Tractor-Trailer Crash, Hazmat Leak Shut Down I-95 At Pennsylvania-New Jersey Line (UPDATE)
Tractor-Trailer Crash, Hazmat Leak Shut Down I-95 At Pennsylvania-New Jersey Line (Update) A major crash involving a tractor-trailer and two other vehicles shut down I-95 South near the Pennsylvania-New Jersey state line, while a separate hazmat incident involving a fuel leak is blocking I-95 North, Pennsylvania State Police announced on Tuesday, March 18. The crash happened around 11:45 a.m. at mile marker 2.0 in Upper Chichester, Delaware County, state police said. A tractor-trailer overturned, blocking the entire southbound roadway. Emergency responders, including fire and hazmat crews, were dispatched as a precaution. Officials reported minor injuries, and all drivers were tra…

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Box Truck Engulfed In Flames On Route 422: Pennsylvania State Police Box Truck Engulfed In Flames On Route 422: Pennsylvania State Police
Box Truck Engulfed In Flames On Route 422: Pennsylvania State Police A white box truck caught fire along Route 422 East in Montgomery County, prompting an emergency response, Pennsylvania State Police announced on Monday, March 3. The fire broke out at mile marker 185.5, just west of Indian Head Road, troopers said. Firefighters and tow crews were dispatched to the scene to contain the blaze and clear the roadway. No injuries have been reported, and the cause of the fire remains under investigation.

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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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Box Truck Erupts In Flames On Route 30 Split In Lancaster County Box Truck Erupts In Flames On Route 30 Split In Lancaster County
Box Truck Erupts In Flames On Route 30 Split In Lancaster County  A box truck burst into flames at the Route 30 and Route 283 split in Lancaster County, authorities announced on Wednesday morning, Dec. 11. The fire broke out on Route 30 Westbound as it splits into Route 283 Westbound in Manheim Township around 9 a.m., according to Lancaster County Wide Communications. Fire crews swiftly responded and were able to extinguish the flames, officials said. No injuries were reported, dispatch confirmed. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

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Part Of US 202 North Closes For Chester County Crash: PennDOT (DEVELOPING) Part Of US 202 North Closes For Chester County Crash: PennDOT (DEVELOPING)
Part Of US 202 North Closes For Chester County Crash: PennDOT (Developing) A crash on US 202 northbound has closed all lanes between Chesterbrook Boulevard and PA 252 - Valley Forge Road on Tuesday, Dec. 10, according to authorities. The incident was reported just after 1:30 p.m., prompting an immediate closure of the busy roadway in Tredyffrin Township. All lanes remain blocked as of 1:48 p.m., and drivers are advised to avoid the area, Pennsylvania Department of Transportation officials said. Emergency crews are on-site managing the situation, but no details about injuries or the number of vehicles involved have been disclosed. The closure is expected to last u…

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Rt 611 Ramp To Rt 202 Closed After Vehicle Fire: Doylestown Police Rt 611 Ramp To Rt 202 Closed After Vehicle Fire: Doylestown Police
Rt 611 Ramp To Rt 202 Closed After Vehicle Fire: Doylestown Police A vehicle fire temporarily shut down the ramp from northbound Route 611 to northbound Route 202 in Doylestown on Sunday, Dec. 8, authorities said. The blaze was reported at 9:15 p.m., prompting a response from the Doylestown Township Police Department and Doylestown Fire Company, according to a police release. Officials closed the ramp to traffic while crews worked to extinguish the flames. Drivers were advised to use alternate routes until the area was cleared. No injuries or additional details were immediately available. This is a developing story. Check back here for updates. 

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Woman Struck By Vehicle At Busy Lancaster County Intersection Woman Struck By Vehicle At Busy Lancaster County Intersection
Woman Struck By Vehicle At Busy Lancaster County Intersection A woman was injured after being hit by a vehicle at a busy intersection in Lancaster County on Tuesday morning, Dec. 3, emergency dispatchers said. The pedestrian was struck at Route 896 and Lincoln Highway East/Route 30 in East Lampeter Township around 8:15 a.m., authorities said. She was transported to a hospital for treatment. Her condition was not immediately available. Police remained at the scene as of late Tuesday morning. East Lampeter Township police are investigating the crash. This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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ATMs Unavailable At All PA Turnpike Service Plazas ATMs Unavailable At All PA Turnpike Service Plazas
ATMs Unavailable At All PA Turnpike Service Plazas Motorists traveling along the Pennsylvania Turnpike will find themselves without access to cash at service plazas, as all ATMs are currently out of service, the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission announced on Wednesday, Nov. 27. The issue stems from an unforeseen problem with the Turnpike's service provider, which is beyond the commission's control, according to the announcement. The outage is expected to affect all service plazas across the system until further notice. The PA Turnpike apologized for the inconvenience and thanked travelers for their understanding.

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Major Crash Closes Stump Road In Warrington Township: Police Major Crash Closes Stump Road In Warrington Township: Police
Major Crash Closes Stump Road In Warrington Township: Police A white Kia SUV struck a PECO utility pole, rolled over, and entrapped the driver in a serious crash on Stump Road in Warrington Township, police announced on Wednesday, Nov. 27. The accident happened shortly before 12:30 p.m. in the Chalfont section of Warrington Township, between Limekiln Pike and Billingsley Road, according to authorities. Witnesses told police the SUV, driven by a 73-year-old woman, was swerving erratically just before striking the pole, which sheared off from the impact. The vehicle rolled three times before coming to rest on its side, trapping the driver inside, inves…

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Crashes On I-78 Near PA, NJ Line Cause Traffic Disruptions (DEVELOPING) Crashes On I-78 Near PA, NJ Line Cause Traffic Disruptions (DEVELOPING)
Crashes On I-78 Near PA, NJ Line Cause Traffic Disruptions (Developing) Multiple crashes along I-78 have caused significant traffic disruptions, Pennsylvania Department of Transportation officials announced on Wednesday, Nov. 27. An initial crash on I-78 westbound near the New Jersey line was reported at 12:51 p.m., resulting in traffic delays. This disruption is expected to clear by 2:15 p.m., though updates are ongoing as of 1:29 p.m., according to authorities. A second multi-vehicle crash occurred on I-78 eastbound, approximately 1.1 miles east of Exit 67 for PA 412 near Hellertown/Bethlehem, at 1:16 p.m. This incident has caused lane restrictions and is ant…

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Disabled Vehicle On US 22 West Causes Shoulder Closure Near Nazareth Pike (DEVELOPING) Disabled Vehicle On US 22 West Causes Shoulder Closure Near Nazareth Pike (DEVELOPING)
Disabled Vehicle On US 22 West Causes Shoulder Closure Near Nazareth Pike (Developing) A disabled vehicle on US Route 22 westbound near Exit PA 191—Nazareth Pike—is causing a temporary shoulder closure, Pennsylvania Department of Transportation officials announced on Wednesday, Nov. 27 at 10:38 a.m. The incident occurred 0 miles west of the Nazareth Pike exit. Crews are working to address the situation, with the anticipated resolution expected by 11:24 a.m., according to PennDOT's latest update at 10:49 a.m. Drivers should proceed with caution in the area and remain alert for ongoing traffic management efforts. This is a developing story. Check back for updates. &nb…

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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…

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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…

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Brush Fire Shuts Down Route 30 East In York County Brush Fire Shuts Down Route 30 East In York County
Brush Fire Shuts Down Route 30 East In York County Route 30 eastbound was closed between Cool Springs Road and Route 462 due to a brush fire on Tuesday, Nov. 19, according to the York County Department of Emergency Services. Emergency crews responded to the scene around 3:32 p.m., prompting a full closure of the roadway in the Wrightsville and Hallam areas. Firefighters worked to extinguish the blaze as of 3:35 p.m., with no injuries or damage reported at this time.  Drivers were advised to avoid the area and seek alternate routes until the road reopened at 4:16 p.m. Check back here for possible updates.

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Explosion Injures One, Damages Vehicles At PA Turnpike Service Plaza Explosion Injures One, Damages Vehicles At PA Turnpike Service Plaza
Explosion Injures One, Damages Vehicles At PA Turnpike Service Plaza An explosion rocked the Blue Mountain Service Plaza on the Pennsylvania Turnpike early Tuesday, Nov. 19, according to Pennsylvania State Police. The blast occurred in the rear commercial vehicle parking lot of the westbound plaza at mile marker 202.5 in Hopewell Township, Cumberland County, at approximately 4:55 a.m., authorities said. A preliminary investigation revealed the explosion was caused by a propane leak inside a 2003 Ford RV with Delaware registration, troopers reported. The vehicle was destroyed in the incident. One person inside the RV was injured and transported by EMS to Pen…

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