Denton semi-truck crash on E McKinney blocks traffic
DENTON, TX – Officials closed East McKinney Street in both directions on Tuesday between Frame and Bradshaw Streets after a semi-truck crash, reports DFW Scanner.
HAZMAT INCIDENT / TRAFFIC ALERT | Due to an 18-wheeler crash, E. McKinney Street is currently closed in both directions at Frame and Bradshaw Streets. The truck is loaded with lime so HazMat on scene. This area will be closed for several hours.@cityofdentontx @DENTONPD pic.twitter.com/UWZOnxZFOU
— City of Denton Fire Department (@DentonFireDept) February 28, 2023
The incident happened sometime before 11:58 a.m. just east of the Denton Civic Center.
Police have not yet released any information about how the accident happened. HazMat crews reported to the scene because the truck carried lime.
It is unclear at this time if anyone sustained injuries in the crash. A full investigation is underway.
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