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Overturned 18 Wheeler Closes I-20/59 East in Greene County Thursday
An accident that overturned an 18-wheeler truck early Thursday morning has led to the total closure of the eastbound lanes of I-20/59 in Greene County.
"Cap" Ray Allen, Townsquare Media Tuscaloosa's traffic reporter, said the wreck is being worked by local police in the area, who confirmed that the truck is blocking the interstate and will have to be cleared before the roads reopen.
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Allen said the accident took place around Mile Marker 50 near Knoxville
Stay connected to the Tuscaloosa Thread for more updates on the accident and road closure as they become available.
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