Semi-Truck Rollover Crash Blocks US 62, KYTC Reports

Paducah Cape Girardeau Harrisburg, KY, September 18, 2026 — A traffic incident involving a semi-truck has led to a significant blockage on US 62. The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) reported the event, stating that the roadway is currently impassable due to the crash.

The nature of the incident is a rollover crash involving a semi-truck. As a result, traffic on US 62 is significantly disrupted. The KYTC has confirmed the blockage but has not provided specific details regarding the exact location of the incident along US 62, such as a mile marker or nearby towns.

Further details that were not immediately available include the time the crash occurred, the cause of the rollover, and whether there were any injuries or fatalities involved. Information regarding the type of cargo the semi-truck was transporting, the identity of the driver, or the trucking company involved has also not been released.

The duration of the closure and the expected time for the roadway to reopen are currently unknown. The KYTC is expected to provide updates as the situation develops and clearance operations are underway. Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes and exercise caution in the vicinity of the reported blockage. The agency has not specified what actions are being taken to clear the truck and reopen the highway.

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