BLUE MOUNTAIN, Pa. – A crash inside the Blue Mountain and Kittatinny Tunnels on the Pennsylvania Turnpike has brought westbound traffic to a complete stop Monday morning.
According to the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission, the crash happened at milepost 199.3, between the Blue Mountain Exit 201 and the Willow Hill Exit 189, along Interstate 76 West.
Authorities confirmed all traffic has been halted inside the tunnels while crews respond to the scene.
Motorists traveling through the area are being urged to remain inside their vehicles while traffic is stopped, officials said. Drivers should expect significant delays until the scene is cleared and traffic flow resumes.
The Turnpike Commission has not released details on the number of vehicles involved or whether injuries have been reported. Emergency responders are currently on site, and further updates are expected as the situation develops.
The Blue Mountain and Kittatinny Tunnels are key passageways along the turnpike in Franklin County, and closures in this stretch can cause major backups. Commuters are advised to consider alternate routes and monitor official traffic alerts for updates.
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