Fiery Wreck with 18-Wheelers Cause I-35 Shut Down

Salado, TX (9/3/2021) – A fiery wreck involving several 18-wheelers shut down lanes of I-35 Friday morning.

The accident happened in the north and southbound lanes on the bridge before the I-35 Williamson Road exit late Thursday night. An 18-wheeler hit a parked vehicle along the highway, sending it into a guard rail. That’s when another 18-wheeler crashed into the first 18-wheeler, causing fuel to leak. Both 18-wheelers went up in flames.

DPS said a third 18-wheeler was also impacted by the wreck and two 18-wheelers burned to the ground.

A driver leapt off the overpass to avoid the flames.

Crash investigators will review all factors that may have led up to the accident and police reports will be made available in fourteen days.

Texas Truck Accident Attorneys

An investigation into this accident will be essential due to the fact that an 18-wheeler crashed with another 18-wheeler and caused a fiery wreck. Pending the investigation, the driver of the truck that caused the accident, and the trucking company, may be liable for any damages brought forth upon the motorists.

The elements of liability, damages, and the ability to pay are critical in determining the value of a case or claim. Without all three elements, a case has little to no value given the nature of our legal system. If you would like to discuss your injury and accident case with a truck accident lawyer from Sutliff & Stout, Injury & Accident Law Firm feel free to give us a call at (713) 405-1263 or send us an email to discuss your claim.

Source: KWTX