The southbound lanes of Interstate 35E in Carrollton at the George Bush Turnpike were closed Wednesday morning after a deadly truck crash and explosion.
Police said an 18-wheeler was involved in a major crash that started at about midnight. Parts of the PGBT were closed while the crash was investigated and cleared.
Residents were asked to avoid the area and seek alternative routes; the crash caused significant delays that impacted the morning commute.
Lewisville and Carrollton police responded to the incident. The road still has not reopened as of 10:30 a.m.
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