PennDOT says that a 59 vehicle pileup has forced the closure of some portions of eastbound I-80 in the western part of the state.
According to reports, the pileup began around 8 a.m. in Falls Creek.
Thirty-seven passenger vehicles and 22 semi trucks were involved in the pileup, which happened during winter weather conditions.
So far, only three minor injuries have been reported.
I-80 eastbound has been closed down from Exit 90 near the DuBois Regional Airport to Exit 97.
BREAKING NEWS: Interstate 80 Shut Down in Jefferson County https://t.co/b2mbOQJZNX pic.twitter.com/0Gpfx85Z2G
— exploreClarion (@exploreclarion) December 15, 2016
Jefferson County EMA Director says 59 total vehicles were involved
22 tractor-trailers
3 minor injures pic.twitter.com/CR6VxAUNdc— Bridget McClure (@BridgetWJAC) December 15, 2016
Multi-vehicle accident on I-80 eastbound near mile marker 93 in Jefferson County, officials estimate 30 cars and minor injuries pic.twitter.com/Ven1msUQlT
— Bridget McClure (@BridgetWJAC) December 15, 2016
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Sources:
CBS Pittsburgh
WJAC TV
WTAE