Streets & Roads
‘No worse than we expected’: Veteran traffic reporter weighs impact of I-95 collapse
The incident continues to snarl nearby roadways. But a solution is on its way.
2 years ago
A step-by-step account of the plans for I-95 reconstruction in Philadelphia
There’s still no estimate of how long the highway rebuild might take, but there’s a big push to make it happen fast.
2 years ago
City Council plans Roosevelt Boulevard Subway hearings following I-95 collapse
Spurred by the commuting troubles that followed the I-95 collapse, the move is a big step forward for the much-discussed transit line.
2 years ago
Officials present temporary fix to reopen damaged section of I-95
State Police to escort dump trucks carrying construction materials to ensure “not a single moment is wasted,” Gov. Shapiro announces.
2 years ago
Listen 1:04Following I-95 tanker truck fire near Delaware River, experts weigh in on environmental impacts
The risks of transporting hazardous materials along the Delaware River, in particular, remains a concern.
2 years ago
Trucks face some traffic congestion after I-95 bridge collapse, PhilaPort ‘running smoothly’
Dozens of tractor trailers were diverted from I-95 for the second day in a row, leaving drivers scrambling to find alternative routes in Northeast Philadelphia.
2 years ago
I-95 Collapse, ‘Albie’s Elevator’ Premiere
The latest on the I-95 bridge in Northeast Philadelphia that collapsed after a truck beneath it burst into flames. And, WHYY’s new kids’ program Albie’s Elevator now on TV-12!
Air Date: June 13, 2023 12:00 pm
Listen 50:12The driver who died in the crash was identified by the Philadelphia medical examiner on Tuesday night as Nathan Moody, 53, according to the Associated Press.
2 years ago
Traffic backs up as commuters navigate I-95 detours: What to know as work begins at collapse site
Demolition at the site of the 95 collapse is happening around the clock.
2 years ago
SEPTA continues to report increase in ridership across multiple lines following I-95 collapse
Ridership on four Regional Rail lines increased 14% Tuesday and Wednesday compared to last week.
2 years ago
Officials say there is no clear timeline on when I-95 could be rebuilt
A timeline on when I-95 could reopen in Philadelphia is pending design plans to rebuild the section destroyed by the collapse. Demolition of the southbound lanes is underway.
2 years ago
Officials say driver lost control of gas-filled tanker before fire collapsed I-95
The investigation is under way to determine why the tanker fire collapsed a section of I-95.
2 years ago
Everything we know about the I-95 collapse in Northeast Philly
This one could take a little while to fix.
2 years ago
Long commutes start after part of I-95 collapses in Philly from tanker truck fire
Pa. Transportation Secretary Michael Carroll said the I-95 segment carries roughly 160,000 vehicles per day and was likely the busiest interstate in Pa.
2 years ago
Photos: Crews survey damage, begin cleanup following I-95 collapse in Philadelphia
Gov. Josh Shapiro said he will issue a disaster declaration Monday to draw on federal funds to aid in reconstruction efforts.
2 years ago