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Snow causes multiple crashes on the Western end of Mass. Turnpike

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SPRINGFIELD, MA (WSHM) -

Troopers are responding to several crashes in both directions of the western end of The Massachusetts Turnpike, as it is snowing heavily.

According to State Police, speed limits are now reduced to 40 mph from Interchange 1 to Interchange 6 on the Turnpike.

The crashes are said to be minor.

Motorists are advised to drive slowly, leaving extra room between themselves and cars ahead of them.

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