Crash Closes Part of Route 322 in Lancaster County

Emergency dispatch confirms the crash involved a horse and buggy

Mar. 29, 2026 at 11:49am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a damaged horse harness or broken buggy wheel, capturing the stark, gritty aftermath of a collision between a vehicle and a traditional Amish mode of transportation.A recent crash between a vehicle and a traditional Amish buggy has disrupted traffic flow on a major Lancaster County roadway, raising concerns about the safety of these two modes of transportation sharing the same infrastructure.Lancaster Today

A crash involving a horse and buggy has shut down a portion of Route 322 in East Earl Township, Lancaster County, according to emergency dispatch. The incident occurred around 7:30 a.m. on Division Highway near Terrie Lane.

Why it matters

Route 322 is a major thoroughfare in Lancaster County, and any closure can cause significant traffic disruptions in the area. Horse-drawn buggies are a common sight in Lancaster's Amish and Mennonite communities, and collisions between vehicles and these traditional modes of transportation can raise safety concerns.

The details

Emergency dispatch received a call about the crash around 7:30 a.m. on Division Highway, near Terrie Lane, in East Earl Township. The collision involved a horse and buggy, though details about the extent of any injuries or damage are not yet known. Route 322 has been closed in the area of the crash while authorities respond and investigate the incident.

  • The crash occurred around 7:30 a.m. on March 29, 2026.

The players

Lancaster County Emergency Dispatch

The local emergency communication center that received the initial call about the crash and confirmed the details.

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What’s next

Authorities will continue to investigate the cause of the crash and work to clear the roadway and restore normal traffic flow on Route 322.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the potential risks and challenges faced when traditional Amish and Mennonite modes of transportation, such as horse-drawn buggies, interact with modern vehicular traffic on busy roads in Lancaster County.