Two Separate Semi Truck Accidents on I-35 Tie Up Traffic Near Waco Texas

July 26th, 2011 |

WACO, TX — Two separate accidents involving two tractor trailers, big rigs and a pickup truck occurred along the I-35 on Thursday, July 21, and Friday, July 22, in Central Texas.

The scene of one of the two tractor-trailer accidents that occurred in Waco in central Texas on Thursday, July 21 and Friday, July 22, 2011 along Interstate 35.

The first incident occurred at approximately 11:30 p.m. Thursday evening, July 21, near exit 337 when the driver of a pickup truck that was traveling south slowed down to avoid hitting something on the highway.

Map showing locations of tractor-trailer accidents in Waco, TX along Interstate 35 at exits 337 and 339 that occurred Thursday, July 21 and Friday, July 22, 2011.

An 18 wheeler tractor trailer that was following the pick up slowed down as well, but a second big rig failed to slow down and hit the preceding semi truck.

The collision resulted in one of the semi truck’s saddle fuel tanks rupturing. HazMat had to be called to the scene to handle the fuel spill.

The second incident occurred at approximately 4:40 a.m.Friday, July 22, when two more semi trucks collided at exit 339.

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While no injuries were reported at the time of the accidents, the I-35 was minus one lane at both locations until the wreckage and debris could be cleared.

The incident is under investigation at this time.

Truck Accident Lawyer News is a truck accident and personal injury blog that publishes up to date truck accident and truck legal news from across the United States. Texas, due to its high population and vast highway system, has a high incident of truck accidents and vehicle personal injuries. Texas metropolitan cities besides Waco with a high incident of truck accidents and vehicle collisions resulting in severe personal injuries and even death include, Dallas, Fort Worth, Garland. Grand Prairie, Irving and Katy to name a few.