LONGVIEW, Texas — A hazardous materials response was launched Friday morning after two 18-wheelers crashed on Interstate 20, spilling cargo and reducing traffic to one lane for several hours, according to the Longview Fire Department.
The crash happened around 6:30 a.m. on April 17, 2026, near mile marker 592 after the Longview Fire Department responded on a mutual aid request from the Kilgore Fire Department.
Officials said one of the trucks was carrying cases of Coca-Cola, while the other was transporting paint thinner and lacquer. Both vehicles were damaged, causing portions of their loads to spill onto the roadway.
Longview Fire Department Special Operations HazMat personnel assisted with assessing and containing the hazardous materials.
Authorities said all spills were successfully contained and did not impact the nearby Sabine River.
One responder was taken to a local hospital in stable condition for an unrelated medical issue, officials said.
Because of the incident, traffic on Interstate 20 was reduced to one lane for several hours, causing significant delays. The Texas Department of Transportation remained on scene to assist with cleanup and debris removal.
The cause of the crash remains under investigation.
