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Heard on: Taylor County Fire and EMS Departments · 3 days ago
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Westbound I-20 near mile marker 271.
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It's going to be in front of Allsup's.
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Truck rollover and fire blocks I-20 near Merkel

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As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a possible 18-wheeler rollover and vehicle fire on Interstate 20 westbound near Merkel, around mile marker 271 in front of Allsup's. The vehicle reportedly caught fire, spilled diesel on the roadway, and blocked westbound traffic. The driver was out of the vehicle, and deputies were en route to confirm conditions.

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I-20, Merkel, TX
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