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Streets & Roads

Josh Shapiro speaking at a podium at the collapse site.
Community

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 1:04
A firefighter views the aftermath
Community

Following 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

A line of cars and trucks
Community

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

A firefighter views the aftermath
Studio 2

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

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Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, left, meets with Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney at the scene of a collapsed elevated section of I-95
Community

Demolition of damaged section of I-95 wrapping up, rebuild plans forthcoming as Sec. Buttigieg visits site of collapse

The 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 backed up on I-95
Community
6abc

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

A person looks out of a SEPTA Regional Rail train
Urban Planning

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

Portion of I-95 that collapsed
Community

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

A investigator surveys the aftermath
Community

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

I-95 Collapse
Community
Billy Penn

Everything we know about the I-95 collapse in Northeast Philly

This one could take a little while to fix.

2 years ago

Crews work to remove rubble from a collapsed section of I-95 on June 11, 2023, after a vehicle fire caused an overpass to collapse near Cottman Avenue on I-95.
Community

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

Crews work to remove rubble from a collapsed section of I-95 on June 11, 2023, after a vehicle fire caused an overpass to collapse near Cottman Avenue on I-95.
Urban Planning

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

Pa. Gov. Josh Shapiro speaks at a press conference Sunday June 11, 2023, after a vehicle fire caused an overpass on I-95 to collapse. (Screenshot/Office of the Governor)
Urban Planning

‘It’s going to take longer to get to work’: Philly and Pa. agencies respond to I-95 shutdown after fire causes partial collapse

PennDot says an average of 160,000 vehicles use the impacted roadway everyday. Gov. Shapiro announced a disaster declaration to aid in recovery efforts.

2 years ago

(Screenshots via Twitter)
Community

Side effect of the highway collapse: A perfect example of Northeast Philly hoagiemouth

It’s not just how the dude speaks that has people in awe of his absolute Northeast Philly-ness. It’s also what he says.

2 years ago

First responders work to extinguish a vehicle fire, Sunday June 11, 2023, that caused an overpass on I-95 to collapse near the Cottman Avenue exit
Community
6abc

Detours posted following I-95 collapse in Philadelphia | What residents, visitors should know

As crews and investigators begin to assess the damage, here is what residents and visitors need to know.

2 years ago

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