Tractor trailer crash causes delays on I-95 in South Philadelphia

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- A crash involving a tractor trailer is causing delays for commuters on I-95 Monday morning.

It happened around 5:30 a.m. in the northbound lanes near the Walt Whitman Bridge in South Philadelphia.

Police said the trailer, carrying some type of construction material, spilled its load over the side of I-95 and down onto numerous container trailers parked under the highway.

State police are on the scene investigating.

Tractor trailer crash blocks a portion of I-95: Karen Rogers reports on Action News Mornings, October 7, 2019

Officials say to expect delays in the area.

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