Tractor-trailer crashes on NE Extension of Pa. Turnpike

LANSDALE, Pa. (WPVI) -- A crash involving an overturned tractor-trailer is slowed traffic on a section of the Northeast Extension of the Pennsylvania Turnpike (I-476).

The crash happened before 8:30 a.m. Wednesday in the southbound lanes approaching Lansdale (Exit 31).

The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission says a commercial flatbed tractor-trailer hauling roofing materials overturned at milepost 35.

There were no serious injuries.

A southbound traffic was being forced off at the Quakertown exit as crews worked to clean up debris and clear the wreckage.

All lanes were reopened by 2:30 p.m.