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Major Deegan Expressway Lanes Closed Due to Jackknifed Tractor-Trailer

June 5, 2013 8:17am | Updated June 5, 2013 8:17am
The truck jackknifed near the 138th Street exit and sparked massive delays Wednesday June 5, 2013.
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NEW YORK CITY — A jackknifed tractor-trailor on the Major Deegan Expressway prompted authorities to close all southbound lanes at 138th Street during Tuesday's morning rush-hour, according to the Office of Emergency Management and reports.

The truck spun around about 6:30 a.m. and blocked all southbound lanes, creating a traffic jam for miles, according to ABC Eyewitness News.

No one appeared to be injured in the accident, an FDNY spokeswoman said.

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