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I-40 WB, I-24 WB are currently closed at the I-24 split due to a major crash

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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — I-40 WB and I-24 WB are currently closed at the I-24 split (inner loop) due to a traffic incident.

A commercial vehicle traveling eastbound crashed and landed in the westbound lanes.

The semi went over an embankment into incoming traffic and was carrying transformers which are now leaking oil. Nashville Fire worked to contain the runoff.

The driver was transported to the hospital with minor injuries.

You're asked to avoid the area at this time.

As of 10:30 a.m., clearance time is expected to be around 3 p.m.

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