A tractor-trailer crash disrupted the calm morning routine in Revere, Massachusetts, causing extensive traffic congestion and leaving an assortment of scrap metal and trash in its aftermath. The incident occurred at Bell Circle.
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— Mass. Transportation (@MassDOT) October 10, 2023
Reported by WHDH, the accident transpired at the junction of Route 60 eastbound and Beach Street, forcing the closure of several ramps. Aerial footage by SKY7-HD showcased a cargo truck tipped on its side, its load spread across a neighboring parking lot. As a result, traffic around the region, notably at the VFW Parkway, was severely affected.
Details leading up to the crash or the condition of the truck driver are remain unclear.
Responding to the incident, the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) issued a social media advisory, asking drivers to use alternative routes and prepare for probable delays. Thanks largely to the relentless efforts of the crew, the area was cleared, and normal traffic flow resumed by 1:25 p.m.
