FHP: Driver uninjured after overturning fuel tanker on US 41
The driver was not injured in the crash, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
PALM RIVER-CLAIR MEL, Fla. - The Florida Highway Patrol is asking motorists to avoid US 41 and Madison Avenue in Palm River-Clair Mel after a fuel tanker overturned around midday on Sunday.
Troopers say the tanker truck was traveling southbound on US 41 when he lost control of the vehicle as he tried to make a left turn onto Madison Avenue.
According to FHP, the driver was not injured in the crash, but a lot of gasoline was spilled along the highway and shoulder.
Troopers expect the intersection to be closed for an extended period of time.
Troopers say the driver of the fuel tanker lost control and overturned while trying to turn at an intersection.
The Florida Highway Patrol is asking motorists to avoid US 41 and Madison Avenue in Palm River-Clair Mel after a fuel tanker overturned around midday on Sunday.