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Tragic bridge pile-up on Interstate 80 claims trucker's life

A fatal accident on the Emlenton Bridge in Clarion County, Pennsylvania, claimed the life of a truck driver in the early hours of March 19. The crash involved over 20 vehicles, including several tractor-trailers, on Interstate 80.

The victim: Joga Singh, aged 35, suffered fatal blunt force trauma when his commercial vehicle became part of the pile-up. His family came from Queens, New York, to identify his body, reported Explore Clarion.

The scene: The crash was particularly challenging due to the confined space on the bridge, flanked by high concrete barriers.

Multiple agencies responded to the incident, including the Clarion County 911 Dispatch Center, local fire departments, ambulance services, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), and state police.

Due to the accident, the surrounding area experienced disruptions, including a two-hour delay for local schools.

No further information has been released regarding the cause of the accident or any additional casualties.

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