Portions of Interstate 95 have collapsed after a large fire broke out Sunday morning, bringing traffic to a standstill and closing down parts of a major roadway.
All north and southbound lanes are closed for about 3 to 4 miles between Bridge Street and Academy Road in Northeast Philadelphia.
Officials say a tanker truck caught fire under the interstate near Cottman Avenue, causing the northbound overpass to collapse. SkyFOX was live over the scene as smoke and flames billowed from beneath large slaps of concrete with emergency crews fighting the fire, bringing it under control around 7:30 a.m.All lanes of I-95 near Cottman Avenue have been shut down after a tanker truck fire caused a portion of the roadway to collapse.Drivers are being asked to avoid the area as city, state and federal crews continue an emergency response.
Officials say to expect delays as several surrounding streets are also closed at this time, and to usePhiladelphia Water says there is no impact to drinking water quality for residents after the tanker leaked on the interstate. Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro said he is coordinating with leaders in Philadelphia, New Jersey and the federal government amid major traffic concerns.All the news you need to know, every day
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