Traffic & Transit

Burlington Bristol Bridge Closed For Vehicle Fire

Authorities said to avoid the area on Tuesday morning to a crash causing a heavy traffic backup.

LOWER BUCKS COUNTY, PA — The Burlington Bristol Bridge is closed on Tuesday morning due to vehicle fire and crash, authorities said.

The Bristol Township Fire Police said the closure is expected to be for an extended period.

KYW News Radio reported that the vehicle fire is blocking both sides of the bridge.

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The crash may involve injuries, the Montco/Bucks Incident Facebook Page reported.

There is also report that a car is on fire on the bridge.

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Emergency crews are on the scene and drivers are alerted to avoid the area.

The bridge connects Bristol in Bucks County with Burlington, N.J.

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