Raw chicken spill closes stretch of I-81 after three semis crash in Cumberland County

By Accident Newswire Staff
🗓 Published: April 22, 2026 4:57 PM (2 hours ago)

Three tractor-trailers crashed around 3:25 a.m. Wednesday, closing I-81 northbound near mile marker 28, authorities said.

According to PennDOT, one rig carrying raw chicken spilled its load onto the roadway. Another semi was transporting mail; the third vehicle's cargo was not immediately known.

One person was transported to a hospital for treatment, according to PennDOT. No additional patient information was released.

According to 511PA, a lane restriction was implemented between mile markers 24 and 29. PennDOT said I-81 northbound was closed for several hours and had reopened by 9:30 a.m.

Franklin County crews assisted with closing the interstate, according to the Department of Transportation. Further details were not immediately available.

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