Early Friday morning commuters on Interstate 93 northbound encountered a significant delay in Quincy, Massachusetts, after a large box truck veered into the median just after the Braintree split. The truck occupied both left‑hand lanes, forcing traffic to back up along the corridor.
Incident details
Video captured from the expressway shows the box truck crossing the center line and coming to rest in the median, effectively blocking two of the three northbound lanes. The obstruction caused a bottleneck that extended for several miles, slowing the morning rush for drivers traveling toward Boston.
Massachusetts State Police and local emergency crews arrived on scene shortly after the crash was reported. Their primary focus has been to secure the area, assess any potential injuries, and begin the process of removing the vehicle from the roadway. As of the latest update, officials have not confirmed whether anyone was injured in the collision, nor have they released information about the cause of the crash.
Impact on commuters
The blockage has resulted in a noticeable slowdown for motorists heading north on I-93. Drivers are advised to allow extra travel time and to consider alternate routes, such as Route 3 or local streets, until the truck is cleared and traffic flow returns to normal. The Massachusetts Department of Transportation has not announced any lane closures beyond the immediate median blockage, but the situation remains fluid as crews work.
Local residents expressed frustration with the unexpected delay, noting that the morning commute is a critical time for families getting to work and school. “We were stuck for over an hour,” one commuter said. “It’s especially tough for parents who have to get kids to school on time.”
Response and next steps
State Police are conducting a preliminary investigation into the cause of the crash. Factors under review include driver fatigue, vehicle condition, and possible road conditions at the time of the incident. NBC10 Boston has reached out to the Massachusetts State Police for additional details, but a full report is pending.
Crews are expected to remain on site for the remainder of the morning to complete the removal of the box truck and to ensure the roadway is safe for traffic. Motorists are encouraged to stay tuned to local traffic reports and to follow any posted signage directing traffic flow.
Community context
Quincy, a city of more than 100,000 residents, relies heavily on I-93 as a primary commuter artery linking the South Shore to Boston. Incidents like this underscore the importance of rapid response and clear communication from transportation and public‑safety agencies to minimize disruption for families and workers who depend on the highway each day.
Residents can monitor updates through the Massachusetts Department of Transportation’s website, local news outlets, and traffic‑alert apps. The goal remains to restore normal traffic conditions as quickly and safely as possible.
Original reporting: NBC10 Boston — read the source article.
