Jackknifed semi leads to lane closure on Interstate 39 near Tonica

Another semi is in the ditch awaiting a tow truck

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Motorists are advised to use caution on Interstate 39 near Tonica, where a jacknifed semi caused a lane closure.

Illinois State Police Troop 2 reported at 9:37 a.m. Friday troopers are helping with a jackknifed tractor-trailer on I-39 northbound near milepost 45.5, south of Tonica, which is blocking the left lane.

There also is a semi in the left ditch of I-39 northbound near milepost 50, about 2 miles north of the Tonica exit, that is waiting for a tow truck, state police said.

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