As per reports, the southbound US route 191 in Duchesne County, Utah has been closed, following a traffic collision involving a semi-truck hauling two crude oil trailers that occurred at approximately 0530 hours local time (1230 hours UTC) on Friday (06 February).
The trailer involved in the collision began leaking crude oil, prompting an immediate response and the closure of the roadway in both directions.
• Authorities confirmed that only minor injuries were reported as a result of the crash.
• Cleanup and containment operations are ongoing due to the oil spill, and traffic remains halted while crews work to secure the scene and remove the damaged trailer.
• The estimated time of reopening has not been announced yet.
