18-Wheeler Loaded With Toilet Paper Crashes & Burns In Texas
While on its way to San Antonio, an 18-wheeler, fully loaded with toilet paper, crashed and burned on a Texas interstate. With toilet tissue in high demand amid the coronavirus pandemic, mass production and shipping is on a constant cycle.
However, one shipment will not be delivered after officials state that the tractor-trailer carrying a large load crashed and caught fire on Interstate 20 near Dallas early Wednesday morning (April 1). The driver is confirmed to be safe and ok.
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Authorities add that the load of toilet paper being carried was of commercial grade; typically seen in stores, restaurants and other businesses. Additionally, the Texas Department of Transportation officials say the scattered load had “burned extensively,” along with the big rig, causing multiple lane closures.
Furthermore, with the lane closures, traffic began to pile up during rush hour; with folks still on the roads. Texas currently does not have a mandatory stay-at-home order.
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