Lanes on the Jane Addams Tollway (I-90) in McHenry County were blocked during the Friday morning commute because of an after a semi-truck carrying hydrochloric acid rolled over, with major traffic impacts expected and a hazmat crew on scene.
According to the Illinois State Police, the crash occurred just after midnight on I-90 westbound in Harmony at milepost 36.
“The trailer was transporting hydrochloric acid,” ISP said. “HAZMAT cleanup crews are on scene.”
As of 7 a.m., westbound traffic was being diverted off I-90 at IL-23 and redirected to re-enter I-90 beyond the entrance ramp. Traffic cameras from the area showed a rolled over semi-truck blocking all lanes of the interstate, with multiple emergency vehicles at the scene.
No injuries were reported. An investigation was underway.
No further details were provided. This story will be updated once more information becomes available.
