Commuters faced delays this morning after a dump truck overloaded and crashed into a guardrail on Route 24 northbound at Exit 41 in Randolph. According to an early post from MassDOT on X, two right lanes were closed due to the wreck. The post also served as a public service announcement, warning of expected delays caused by the accident.
Dump truck crash into guardrail in #RANDOLPH, on RT-24-NB at Exit 41. Two Right Lanes are CLOSED. Expect delays.
— Mass. Transportation (@MassDOT) April 23, 2024
With the truck having wedged itself into the guardrail, causing significant damage, authorities had no choice but to close the impacted lanes. Expecting significant traffic backups, officials were quick to advise motorists to seek alternative routes. The crash, having happened at an hour known for its high traffic volume, proved especially inconvenient for those caught in the snarl.
There have been no immediate reports of injuries, but emergency response teams were on the scene to assess the situation and begin clean-up efforts. While the details surrounding the cause of the crash have yet to be fully disclosed, the scene described in the MassDOT post suggests a chaotic interruption to the morning's usual flow of traffic.
As crews worked to remove the dump truck and repair the guardrail, traffic was redirected through the remaining open lanes, forming a tangled weave of vehicles stretching miles behind the incident. With the heavy machinery needed for the job, the disrupted lanes are anticipated to remain closed for several hours while the repairs are completed. Drivers, who were already stretched thin by their morning commutes, were further tested by the added congestion.
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation has not yet announced when the lanes will be reopened, but clean-up efforts are underway. Motorists are still being urged to stay clear of the area to avoid additional delays. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available regarding the timeline for reopening all lanes on RT-24-NB.
