x
Breaking News
More () »

Semi crashes, catches fire on I-20 near Longview

Officials expect to have the area reopened around 1 p.m.
Credit: TxDOT

GREGG COUNTY, Texas — Officials are working to clear the scene after an 18-wheeler crashed and caught fire on I-20 near Longview.

According to the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), the wreck occurred near mile marker 583, between SH 135 and FM 2207, just south of Liberty City. The inside lane is open and the outside is closed. 

Officials expect to have the area reopened around 1 p.m.

Details concerning injuries are unknown at this time, but CBS19 will update this article as more information becomes available.

Before You Leave, Check This Out