Tractor Trailer Jackknifes On Interstate 85, Leaking Diesel Fuel

LAWRENCEVILLE, GA — A tractor trailer jackknifed on Interstate 85 southbound, south of Highway 20, before Highway 317, blocking southbound lanes. There were no other injuries or vehicles involved that were reported to fire personnel.

Authorities believe the truck is the only vehicle involved. A hazmat team was requested to evaluate a ruptured fuel tank on the truck that was leaking diesel fuel. The fuel was contained to a ditch in the center median of the roadway and did not immediately threaten any waterways.

Georgia Department of Transportation and DOT/HERO sanded the roadway to address fuel that was spilled on the travel lanes. The truck has been removed via wrecker and they are waiting arrival of a private cleanup company to mitigate the leaked fuel product.

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The driver of the tractor trailer was evaluated and released at the scene by paramedics for a minor injury complaint. The call was dispatched today at 2:55 p.m. and the interstate was reopened at 5 p.m.

Come back to Patch as more details emerge.

Photo courtesy Gwinnett and Fire and Emergency Services