Mount Carmel Township declares emergency over mine fire smoke

Mount Carmel Township declared a local disaster emergency Monday morning as smoke from the Locust Gap mine fire worsened, prompting reports of breathing difficulties and poor visibility. The closure runs between Boylans Intersection and Locust Summit.

Several near-collisions were reported before Route 901 was closed. Residents in the area also reported low visibility, including near the Mount Carmel school and the Route 901 intersection.