Crime & Safety

Accident Causes Detours on I-78

Three tractor-trailers were involved in the accident on Interstate 78 in Upper Macungie Township that has forced detours and closed roads, according to a report.

Three tractor trailers were involved in an Upper Macungie Township accident this morning, which has closed roads and forced detours, according to a report on WFMZ.com.

According to the report, an eastbound truck jumped the median and hit two oncoming trucks at the Interstate 78 and Route 22 merge.

Traffic is being diverted onto Routes 309 North and to Route 22 as a result, according to the report.

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The report also states the road is expected to be closed for several hours after the 4:30 a.m. accident.


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