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Tractor-trailer crash in Caldwell County, Ky. blocks road

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CALDWELL COUNTY, KY (KFVS) -

According to transportation officials, a tractor-trailer crash is blocking KY 139 south of Princeton in Caldwell County.  The crash is at about the 6-mile marker.

The truck will have to be off-loaded.

Detour is via KY 91 south, KY 128 and KY 126.

Estimated duration is 3 hours.

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