BUDA, TX – Buda Police, firefighters, and hazmat crews issued lane closures on I-35 South for several hours last Thursday due to a tractor-trailer fire that happened before 3:45 p.m.
While the details behind the fire remain scarce, first responders indicated that it could have happened after the 18-wheeler collided with a heavy tow truck. The fire that did result from this incident was extinguished around 3:54 p.m.
🚨TRAFFIC ALERT🚨3:31 PM:
IH 35 southbound is down to one lane near the 217 exit due to a tractor trailer fire. Fire and police are on scene to extinguish the fire and divert traffic. Avoid the area and use alternate routes. pic.twitter.com/XhKfwwAzry— Buda Police Department (@Buda_Police) August 1, 2024
Due to the nature of this wreck, officials started shutting down the most southbound lanes (leaving one open) by 3:31 p.m. During these closures, first responders continued asking drivers to seek alternative routes and diverting traffic.
By 6:52 p.m., crews opened two lanes, and traffic started proceeding even as crews continued to work diligently to remove debris and hazardous materials.
All lanes finally reopened around 1 a.m. after crews conducted a hazmat cleanup.
First responders have made no mention of any injuries or hospitalizations nor confirmed the circumstances behind last Thursday’s incident.
Still, our newsroom will continue to scour for new information and provide details as they become available.
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