St. Louis, MO – An overturned tractor trailer carrying dirt and mud has shut down all eastbound lanes of Interstate 44 near downtown St. Louis Tuesday morning, creating major delays for commuters heading toward the Arch grounds.
According to the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT), the crash occurred around mile marker 292, with debris spread across all eastbound lanes. Officials said the cleanup will take several hours due to the large amount of spilled material on the roadway.
Traffic cameras show vehicles backed up for miles as crews work to upright the truck and clear the scene. Drivers are being urged to consider alternate routes, including I-64 or I-55, to bypass the closure.
There is no word yet on injuries or when the highway will reopen. Motorists traveling through downtown are advised to allow extra travel time and check for updates from MoDOT throughout the day.
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