Overturned tractor-trailer leaking chlorine shuts down I-4 ramp in Maitland

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An overturned tractor-trailer carrying chlorine caused lane closures and traffic disruptions Thursday in Maitland, officials said.

No injuries were reported.

What we know:

According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the semi was traveling eastbound on the Maitland Boulevard on-ramp to eastbound Interstate 4 when the driver failed to negotiate a curve, causing the truck to overturn onto the right shoulder.

An overturned tractor-trailer carrying chlorine caused lane closures and traffic disruptions Thursday in Maitland, officials said. [Credit: FDOT]

Authorities said no other vehicles were involved in the crash.

The City of Maitland said one lane of eastbound Maitland Boulevard and the eastbound I-4 on-ramp were closed because of a chemical leak involving chlorine. Orange County hazardous materials crews responded to the scene.

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Officials warned motorists to avoid the area.

What we don't know:

Authorities have not said what led to the crash.

The Source: This story was written based on information shared by the Florida Highway Patrol and the City of Maitland.

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