I-95 Collapse in Philadelphia Causes Traffic Chaos

I-95 Collapse in Philadelphia Causes Traffic Chaos

A tanker truck fire on Interstate 95 in Philadelphia early Sunday morning caused a section of the highway to collapse, closing all lanes of traffic in both directions. The collapse occurred near the Cottman Avenue exit, and traffic was diverted to other routes. The fire started when a tanker truck carrying gasoline caught fire underneath an overpass. The fire quickly spread to the overpass, causing it to collapse. There were no reports of injuries, but the fire caused significant damage to the highway. The collapse of the highway caused major traffic delays in the Philadelphia area. Traffic was backed up for miles, and motorists were urged to avoid the area. The highway was closed for several hours while crews worked to clear the debris and repair the damage. The cause of the fire is still under investigation. Impact on Traffic The collapse of I-95 had a significant impact on traffic in the Philadelphia area. Traffic was backed up for miles, and motorists were urged to avoid the area. The …