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Traffic Delays Expected in Bastrop County Due to Overturned 18-Wheeler on Highway 95

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Published on April 22, 2024
Traffic Delays Expected in Bastrop County Due to Overturned 18-Wheeler on Highway 95Source: Facebook/Bastrop County Emergency Services District No. 2

Bastrop County was hit with traffic disruptions early this morning after an 18-wheeler turned over on Highway 95, causing official warnings for nearby drivers. The accident occurred around 2:30 a.m. near Big Sandy Road. Emergency crews from Bastrop County Emergency Services District No. 2 have been responding to the scene since the early hours to manage the aftermath, according to CBS Austin.

Travelers have been advised to exercise caution when navigating the area as cleanup operations have been projected to continue well into the afternoon, crews are working diligently yet the extensive nature of the cleanup means delays are inevitable, and safety for all is a primary concern. In a statement on social media, Bastrop County ESD 2 urged locals to "Please be cautious traveling in the area as crews will be on scene for an extended period working to remove the truck," as per the Bastrop County Emergency Services District No. 2.