Multi-Car Accident Snarls Traffic On Interstate & City
Pennsylvania State Police issued a warning Friday afternoon to drivers about a local highway. Troopers say they responded to multiple crashes on I-70 westbound near the Jefferson exit, according to Trooper Rocco Gagliardi, PSP public information officer. Drivers were told to expect heavy traffic, delays and congestion throughout the day as crews work in the area. The crash happened between the Jessop Place and Chestnut Street exits on Interstate 70 westbound. Washington County 911 says the westbound lanes were closed for several hours, along with the eastbound lanes. The eastbound lanes were re-opened around three o’clock. Traffic was a nightmare on the interstate and throughout the city of Washington. Westbound traffic, at one point, was at a standstill all the way back to the Beau Street exit. The westbound lanes were reopened around five p.m. Authorities say the accident involved at least six vehicles and injured at least three. Those three were taken by ambulance to area hospitals. There was no word on the severity of the injuries or the individuals identity.



