Chester County

Overturned Truck Leaks Propane on Route 1 Bypass in Kennett Township

The Route 1 Bypass is closed both ways in Chester County after a propane truck overturned and began leaking.

The accident occurred Monday afternoon in Kennett Township on the Route 1 Bypass northbound at North Mill Road.

Officials say the tank on the truck has a capacity of 2400 gallons and is 80% full of propane. Fire crews responded to the scene. Northbound lanes on the Bypass were closed but later reopened. No injuries have been reported.
 

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