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Accident Cleared on I-78, Some Traffic Delays Expected

Reports say traffic moving slowly on westbound I-78 after multi-vehicle accident

 

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UPDATE From PennDOT: As of 11:15 AM the lane on I-78 west that was restricted due to this multi-vehicle crash is open.  Motorists may experience residual delays until traffic backups dissipate.

UPDATE: Traffic Cam shows some traffic is moving through the area, but there is significant congestion. (Click Allentown cameras, and then click on I-78 & Lehigh St. for the best view)

County: Lehigh ROAD NAME: Interstate 78

BETWEEN: Exit 60 (PA 309) AND Exit 58 (Emmaus Avenue)

RESTRICTION: I-78 west was closed and a lane was restricted on I-78 east due to a multi-vehicle crash. No other information is available.

START DATE: 03/28/2012 Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 10:30 AM 

Update: As of 11 AM only one lane remains restricted on I-78 west, and the lane that was restricted on I-78 east is open. Please use caution driving through the crash area. No other information is available.

Related Topics: I-78 accident and Upper Saucon Township

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