EL PASO, TEXAS (KFOX14/CBS4) — High winds caused a semi to roll over on Loop 375 East Transmountain at Mile 19 on Tuesday, closing the left lane and sending one person to the hospital, according to local authorities.
The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the semi rolled over just before 3 p.m. due to the high winds, adding that one person was transported to a local hospital with minor injuries.
According to the Texas Department of Transportation, the crash has also resulted in the left lane being closed.
However, TxDOT did not specify when the lane is expected to open up again, stating that clearing time is “until further notice.”
Overturned semi closes lane on Loop 375 East in El Paso; 1 injured in high winds (Credit: TxDOT)
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