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Suffolk County Police confirmed Tuesday afternoon that there has been a major car wreck on the westbound side of the Long Island Expressway in Manorville and that motorists should avoid the area.
The crash reportedly involved an overturned oil tanker and, as of 1:45 p.m., a working fire. Police confirmed one person was seriously injured and taken to the hospital.
LI Fire Buff posted details of the wreck that police said occurred near Exit 69. Police as of 2:15 p.m. said drivers in the area should take alternate routes.
At least two police helicopters have been requested at the accident scene, according to LI Fire Buff’s report. The Facebook page’s alert indicates that the truck cab dislodged from the trailer and crashed into a wooded area.
Sources added that a car was also involved in the accident.
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