Truck Carrying Ammonium Nitrate On I-81 Overturns Creating Traffic Mess

A truck carrying ammonium nitrate overturned on I-81 in Maryland early Monday, June 26, evacuating local businesses and closing the southbound side of the highway completely, officials said.

The scene of the crash in Hagerstown
Photo Credit: *Hagerstown Fire Department*

The scene of the crash.
Photo Credit: *Hagerstown Fire Department*

Cecilia Levine

06/26/2023 9:55 a.m.

The incident happened around 6:15 a.m. in Hagerstown, Maryland State Police said.

The northbound lanes of I-81 were reopened later on Monday morning, but motorists have still been advised to avoid the area.

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