EASTBOUND I-20, TEXAS — A semi-truck incident in an active contractor work zone has restricted eastbound Interstate 20 between Mile Marker 282 and Mile Marker 283, just west of US-83. Traffic through the corridor has been reduced to a single travel lane.
Emergency responders and highway operations crews are on site managing alternating lane closures while working to clear the commercial vehicle from the construction area.
The incident began at approximately 1:50 p.m., with transportation officials estimating that recovery and clearance operations will continue until approximately 4:00 p.m.
Drivers and commercial carriers are advised to reduce speeds, watch for on-scene first responders, and exercise extreme caution when moving through the work zone. We will update this report as additional details or roadway condition changes become available.
