WB I-40 Lanes Reopen At I-44 After Semi Accident, Large Diesel Spill

Emergency crews responded to a vehicle accident involving a semi at northbound Interstate 44 and westbound Interstate 40 in Oklahoma City Saturday afternoon.

As of 4:50 p.m., the westbound I-40 lanes were reopened, the state transportation department reported. All westbound lanes were shut down for a few hours Saturday afternoon.

Authorities said that approximately 100 gallons of diesel leaked and there was damage to a bridge.

Oklahoma City fire crews, including a HAZMAT team, were on scene. At this time, there is no word on injuries.

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