CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. — Authorities confirm all lanes of I-65 in Cullman have been reopened after a tanker overturned in the median and blocked both north and southbound lanes Sunday afternoon.
All lanes of I65 in Cullman County have been reopened. #alastatetrooper
— Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (@ALEAprotects) December 25, 2017
According to authorities, the overturned tractor-trailer was leaking diesel fuel before it was turned upright. Lanes between Exit 310 and Exit 317 remained shutdown for several hours before the scene was cleared.
Traffic Advisory: I65 Cullman County. All lanes are blocked at mm315 due to overturned tractor trailer leaking diesel fuel. NB traffic is detouring at exit 310. SB traffic is detouring at exit 318. Updates will follow when available. #alabamastatetrooper
— Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (@ALEAprotects) December 24, 2017
Traffic Update: I65 MM 315 remains closed. Traffic still being diverted NB @ 310 & SB @ 318. Lanes will remain closed until all fuel is removed from tanker. #alastatetrooper pic.twitter.com/EaLrEiZUbI
— Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (@ALEAprotects) December 24, 2017
Traffic Update: I65 Cullman County. The fuel has been off-loaded and crews are attempting to upright the vehicle. All lanes remain closed. #alastatetrooper
— Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (@ALEAprotects) December 25, 2017