Crews working to clean up spill after fuel truck is involved in crash

The scene has caused westbound I-70 to shut down just west of I-470
Crews are working on cleaning up spilled fuel after the truck transporting it was involved in...
Crews are working on cleaning up spilled fuel after the truck transporting it was involved in a crash.(KC Scout)
Published: May. 24, 2022 at 9:09 PM CDT
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KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Crews are working to clean up fuel on the interstate after the truck transporting it was involved in a crash.

The crash happened shortly after 8 p.m. and has caused westbound I-70 to shut down just west of I-470.

The crash involved a semi and at least two other vehicles. Luckily, no one was injured.

However, the crash caused one of the semi’s 100-gallon fuel tanks to rupture. That has led to a fuel spill about a quarter-mile long.

Missouri Department of Transportation crews have brought sand out to try and dry out some of the pavement.

It may be until after 9:30 p.m. until this scene is cleared.

UPDATE: As of 10 p.m., the roadway remains closed.

Watch KCTV5 News This Morning for updates and to learn about other impacts to your morning commute.

(KC Scout)