Traffic & Transit

Tractor-Trailer Causing Massive Delays On Route 290 In Shrewsbury

Massachusetts State Police say a tractor-trailer has jackknifed on Route 290 westbound in Shrewsbury.

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The Massachusetts State Police are warning people to expect major delays during the recovery.
The Massachusetts State Police are warning people to expect major delays during the recovery. (Rachel Nunes/Patch)

SHREWSBURY, MA — Massachusetts State Police are warning people to expect major delays on Route 290 westbound, right before the Lake Quinsigamond bridge in Shrewsbury.

Police say the tractor-trailer broke through the median guardrail when it jackknifed and now it is blocking the left and middle travel lanes.

The Massachusetts Department of Transportation and a heavy-duty tow truck are currently on the scene.

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