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Tractor Trailer Overturned in Athens Causes Delays

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Mercer County Dispatchers said a tractor trailer overturned Sunday evening on Athens Road, about one and a half miles outside of Athens.

Emergency Services said no serious injuries were reported, but the road is closed until at least 10:30 p.m. Sunday.

Traffic is being diverted to Mercer Springs Road and from Eades Mill Road to Unity Road.

Dispatchers said crews are working to clear dog food from the road from the accident, which would cause traffic delays.