Traffic Blocked on I-35 as Sodium Hydroxide 18-Wheeler Jack-Knifes

An incident involving an 18-wheeler truck occurred early Friday morning in San Antonio, near downtown, causing a complete roadblock on Interstate 35 near the AT&T Center. The incident took place around 6 a.m. on the east side of downtown on I-35 South, between Splashtown and Coliseum Road.

According to officials, the 18-wheeler was transporting approximately 18,000 pounds of sodium hydroxide, commonly known as lye. This chemical is commonly found in cleaners and soaps. Fortunately, there have been no reported leaks or injuries resulting from the incident.

The situation was swiftly resolved, and by 7 a.m., the scene was cleared, restoring normal flow to the affected area. Despite the potential hazards associated with the incident, authorities ensured there was no lingering risk to public safety.

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