Chaos briefly reigned on the roads of Denton as an 18-wheeler toppled over on W. University beneath the I-35 bridge, obstructing all westbound lanes and throwing a wrench into the day's traffic. Luckily, it did not result in any injuries or provoke a hazardous materials spill, which was a bit of fortune in the midst of potential calamity. The City of Denton Fire Department quickly updated the public via social media.
The Denton Fire Department began righting the upturned vehicle, noting, "The trailer has been unloaded. Now time to get it upright. With overhead bridge beams, it will be a challenge for the heavy wreckers." The recovery task promised to test the skill and patience of the response teams involved.
Yesterday at 5 PM, the City of Denton Fire Department provided a sigh of relief with another update: "All lanes are open." The announcement marked the end of an episode that could have easily become a far more severe testament to the road's unpredictability.
