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Major Highway Closure Due to Disabled Semi and Oil Spill on I-264 and I-65

Source: Louisville Metro Police 1 - Divisions 6 and 7
I-264, Louisville, KY, USA
Summary: A significant traffic incident occurred in Jefferson County, Kentucky, involving a disabled semi-truck on the exit to I-65 South, resulting in an oil spill that affected multiple highways, including I-264 (Watterson Expressway) and I-64. Law enforcement coordinated a full shutdown of westbound lanes and on-ramps to prevent further hazards and manage traffic. Fire trucks and sand trucks were deployed to assist with the spill and block the roadway. Multiple police divisions were involved in closing ramps and managing the scene, with communication to other agencies to ensure all affected entry points were secured.
  1. Sand Truck Arrival and Ongoing Roadway Management
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  2. Closure of On-Ramps and Coordination with Multiple Divisions
    04:08

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  3. Confirmation of Highway Closure and Sand Truck Deployment
    00:23

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  4. Coordination with Other Units and Fire Department
    00:24

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  5. Initial Request to Shut Down Expressway
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