Crash on I-35 in Lorena Causes Injuries and Fuel Spill, Expect Delays

Lorena, TX (October 6, 2024) – A major crash on southbound I-35 in Lorena resulted in injuries and a fuel spill on Sunday, according to local police. The Lorena Police Department reported that one person was transported to the hospital following the accident.

Environmental crews are still working to clean up the fuel spill, and one lane of the highway has been reopened. Authorities are urging drivers to seek alternate routes and expect delays while the cleanup continues.

The cause of the crash is still under investigation, and further details have yet to be released.

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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE

• The information in this article is based on initial reports from local authorities and may be subject to updates as investigations continue.
• The identities of those involved in the incident have not been released pending official confirmation and notification of next of kin.
• Further details about the accident, including toxicology results and potential charges, will be shared as they become available.
• Road closures and traffic updates related to the accident scene can be found by checking with local authorities or traffic monitoring services.

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