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Hazmat Spill In Upper Merion Strangles Area Traffic

Heavy congestion in the Upper Merion area for rush hour Thursday following a spill.

BRIDGEPORT, PA — A gasoline spill in Upper Merion Township caused significant backups and delays Thursday afternoon as officials urged drivers and residents to avoid the area.

Hazmat crews were on the scene near Insurance Auto Action on River Road in the Bridgeport section.

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The incident occurred at around 3:30 p.m. The cause is not yet clear.

Drivers are asked to stay away from River Road from East 4th Street to B Street.

Several emergency response vehicles are in the area.

No injuries or illnesses have yet been reported.

More information will be provided as it becomes available.

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