WESTON, FLA. (WSVN) - - An overturned tractor-trailer on the intersection of the southbound lanes of U.S. 27 and Interstate 75 caused major traffic disruptions in the area.
The incident occurred Tuesday morning when the vehicle, which appeared to be heading eastbound to go south on U.S. 27, lost control and overturned due to a load shift.
Weston Fire Rescue responded to the scene and treated two people in the cab of the semi-truck. Meanwhile, the local police department called for a HAZMAT crew to help contain the contents of the vehicle.
The nature of the materials contained inside the truck remains unknown and authorities urge drivers to avoid the area until further notice.
7SkyForce showed the traffic from above on southbound U.S .27 at a standstill, but the roadways reopened just after 2 p.m.
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