Commuters on I-495 in Marlborough faced a messy start to their workweek as a tractor-trailer rollover crash forced the closure of the highway's left lane. The incident, which occurred near Exit 65, was first reported by the Massachusetts Department of Transportation via X early this morning. The post, which warned of expected delays, read: "Tractor trailer rollover crash in #Marlborough on I-495-SB at Exit 65. The left lane is closed. Expect delays."

Tractor trailer rollover crash in #Marlborough on I-495-SB at Exit 65. The left lane is closed. Expect delays.

— Mass. Transportation (@MassDOT) January 2, 2024

Rushing to clear the scene, emergency services were dispatched, with tow trucks and traffic personnel working together to manage the flow of vehicles around the affected area. Following the accident, driving with care, motorists were advised to seek alternative routes or to anticipate longer travel times as crews embarked on cleanup efforts. It was not immediately clear what caused the truck to roll over, and investigations are typically a part of the procedure in such mishaps. No injuries were reported at the time of the accident.

The rollover caused significant disruptions, and while the left lane took the brunt of the closure, the knock-on effect was felt across adjacent lanes. Drivers found themselves caught in a slowly moving snake of tail lights, stretching back as the traffic bottleneck tightened its grip on the morning commute. The presence of highway patrol cars and their flashing lights added a note of urgency to the unfolding situation, signaling drivers to merge right, away from the upheaval caused by the toppled vehicle.

The circumstances surrounding the crash are under investigation, but the Massachusetts State Police have not yet released details about the truck's cargo or the condition of the driver immediately following the rollover. The Department of Transportation has not given a timeline for when they expect the lane would be reopened, but cleanup efforts were visibly underway, with the commitment of restoring the flow of I-495 traffic to normal as efficiently as possible. Motorists are cautioned to stay alert for updates as this story develops and officials work diligently to resolve the aftermath of the crash.