An overturned tractor-trailer in Northampton County closes ramp to I-78 EB, traffic being detoured

L. SAUCON TWP., Pa. According to a Northampton County dispatcher, a tractor-trailer rolled over earlier this morning in Lower Saucon Twp. leading to a closure of the ramp on Route 33 South.

Pennsylvania State Police report that the closure happened just before 10:00 am.

The closure is from Route 33 South to I-78 EB in Lower Saucon Twp.

All traffic heading 33 southbound is being detoured onto 78 eastbound, according to officials.

There are no hazardous materials and the tow company is on location.

The tractor-trailer was carrying industrial rolls of paper. 

One injury was confirmed by police, according to WFMZ News.

The injured tractor-trailer driver was taken to St. Luke's Hospital - Anderson Campus. 

No word on when the route will open

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