The Broome County Sheriff's Department  says that a tractor-trailer accident early this morning has caused mandatory evacuations in the immediate area and school closings just east of Binghamton.

Interstate 88, between exits 1 and 3  is currently closed to all traffic, for east and westbound lanes. Route 12A, near I88, and service roads are closed as well.

The crash involved hazardous materials.  As of right now, Chenango Valley Schools are closed for Monday 09/23.

More details as they become available.

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