18-wheeler crash, fuel spill closes portion of I-45 in Downtown Dallas
An overturned 18-wheeler and fuel spill has prompted a major Dallas highway to shut down ahead of Friday morning rush hour.
According to the Dallas County Sheriff's Office, traffic deputies are working the major accident at southbound I-45/345 at I-30. DSCO said the 18-wheeler lost its load and spilled fuel.
Texas Department of Transportation
Minor injuries were reported.
As of 5:45 a.m., the 18-wheeler was hauled away and crews were cleaning up the fuel. There is no estimate for when the road will reopen.
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