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Overturned 18-wheeler possibly leaking battery acid closes roads in La Porte

The crash happened at the intersection of Barbours Cut and SH-146.

LA PORTE, Texas — An overturned 18-wheeler  that caused a HAZMAT situation closed several roads in La Porte Thursday. 

The crash happened at the intersection of Barbours Cut and SH-146, the La Porte Office of Emergency Management tweeted.

The truck carrying lithium ion batteries started leaking. The leakage is believed to be battery acid, OEM said.

Commuters should avoid the area and expect delays. Check our interactive map and know before you go.

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