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Garbage truck rolls over, closes Jefferson Street in Allentown | Lehigh Valley Regional News | wfmz.com

ALLENTOWN, Pa. — A garbage truck rolled over Saturday afternoon in Allentown, leading to a road closure in the area.

The truck overturned in the area of South 12th and South Jefferson streets.

According to a 69 News freelancer at the scene, 12th Street is closed between Jefferson and Lehigh streets at this time.

No word yet on any injuries, hazards, or what may have led to the truck flipping.

UPDATE: As of 3 p.m. Saturday, the truck has been righted. Jefferson Street remains closed as crews work to remove trash from the road.

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