Three Trucks Hauling Oversize Loads Collide On Interstate 35, Shutting Down Northbound Lanes

Three tractor trailers were involved in an accident on Interstate 35 in Austin, Texas, this morning.

The incident occurred around 12:25 p.m. on the northbound lanes, just south of Oltorf Street.

Footage from the crash shows the cab of one of truck mangled between the highway barrier and an oversize beam being hauled by a another truck. Police say the truck that was crushed between the barrier and the beam was rear ended by a third truck.

All three trucks were hauling concrete beams, with total weights exceeding 100,000 pounds, according to the Austin Police Department.

The Austin American-Statesman live-streamed the following footage of the aftermath.

One driver was injured in the crash, and his injuries are believed to be minor.

The northbound lanes are completely shut down, with traffic being diverted to Oltrof Street. The southbound lanes are currently experiencing significant delays.


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