PITTSBURGH — Twenty-two vehicles were involved in a pileup crash on the Boulevard of the Allies ramp to Oakland Thursday morning.
The crash happened around 6:20 a.m. Our crews driving by could see the ramp going to Forbes Avenue blocked off by emergency vehicles.
Pittsburgh Public Safety officials said five people had to be taken to a hospital with minor injuries.
Several vehicles have to be towed.
A public safety spokesperson said the exact cause is not known at this time but is believed to be weather-related.
Icy roads were reported across the area Thursday morning.
“Drivers should be aware of traffic delays in the area and should drive with caution as roadways are reported to be icy and slick this morning,” the Pittsburgh Public Safety Department said in a Facebook post.
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