Multi-Vehicle Crash Halts Traffic on East Texas Interstate
A multi-vehicle collision on Interstate 20 in East Texas resulted in 17 injuries and closed a major interstate, though no life-threatening injuries were reported. The accident involved two tractor-trailers and six passenger vehicles near Lindale, Texas, leaving authorities to clean up spilled oil and fuel.
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A major multi-vehicle crash occurred on Saturday on Interstate 20 in East Texas, sending 17 people to hospitals. Fortunately, none of the injuries appear to be life-threatening, according to Lindale Fire Chief Jeremy LaRue.
The collision involved two tractor-trailers and six passenger vehicles and took place around 4 p.m. near Lindale, approximately 90 miles east of Dallas. The westbound lanes remained closed for several hours as clean-up crews worked to clear oil and diesel fuel from the highway.
The Texas Department of Public Safety is investigating the cause of the crash. Further details are awaited as authorities continue to assess the incident.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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