Driver Injured in Austin Truck Accident
The crash happened just after 3 a.m. on I-35 near downtown Austin, and the northbound lanes were shut down for hours.
Candice BondA person was injured in a truck crash on I-35 in Austin on November 2, according to Austin Police.
How the I-35 Truck Crash Unfolded
The crash happened just after 3 a.m. on a Monday along I-35 near downtown Austin. Austin Police said an 18-wheeler hit the center concrete median and flipped onto its side. Police said no other vehicles were involved. According to police, the driver was brought to a hospital with injuries that were not life-threatening. Fuel spilled onto the roadway, and a hazmat truck was sent to the scene.
What Comes Next After the Austin Closure
Both directions of I-35 were shut at first, with debris on the road blocking the southbound side. The southbound lanes reopened within about an hour, while the northbound lanes were expected to stay closed for a few hours. The Austin Fire Department and the Texas Department of Transportation worked with police on the fuel cleanup. Police have not said what led to the crash, and no charges have been announced.
A full investigation into a serious crash often takes weeks, and sometimes months. Investigators usually wait for vehicle data and lab results before they finish their report.
From an earlier interview. General commentary, not about this crash, and not legal advice.Affected by an accident like this?
Here is what people in Texas usually need, in the order it comes up.
Emergency care. Emergency rooms must check and stabilize you, even if you can't pay. The bill comes later.
Your vehicle. Tow yards usually charge for every day a towed vehicle sits there.
Crash report. The crash report is usually ready a few weeks after the crash, and you can still get it later.
Hospital bills. Most hospitals have a program that cuts bills for people with low income, and you can apply months after the first bill.
Insurance offer. You can turn down the insurer's first offer and ask for more.
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