Travelers on the Pennsylvania Turnpike found themselves in need of an alternate route this morning, as the eastbound lanes between Pittsburgh and New Stanton were closed off. The obstruction was caused by a significant crash, which prompted an "emergency closure," according to a statement detailed by WPXI.
Details surrounding the crash were sparse, but a photo shared with WTAE depicted a portion of a tractor-trailer toppled onto its side. Commuters faced detours along US 22 East and PA Turnpike Toll 66 South, re-entering the turnpike at New Stanton Interchange #75. The disruption caused ripple effects for morning travelers navigating through the region.
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission advised drivers to take the following detour route: US 22 East for 10.3 miles, followed by PA Turnpike Toll 66 South for 13.1 miles before re-entering the PA Turnpike at the New Stanton Interchange #75. Traffic updates and the latest information on the closure were being closely monitored, with suggestions for drivers to seek out additional information as it becomes available.
