18-Wheeler Strikes FM 1171 Bridge, Shuts Down I-35W in Northlake

A major collision involving a tanker truck on northbound Interstate 35E at Ewing Avenue in Dallas was causing significant traffic delays Wednesday morning, October 14, 2026. The wreck was reported at approximately 7:50 a.m. and resulted in the closure of two northbound lanes while emergency crews responded. Additional information about the other vehicles involved, possible injuries, and the tanker’s cargo has not yet been released. What Happened in the I-35E Tanker Truck Crash at Ewing Avenue? The incident was classified as a major wreck involving a tanker truck on northbound I-35E near Ewing Avenue. At this time, it is not known how the collision occurred or whether the tanker was carrying fuel, chemicals, or another type of cargo. With two lanes blocked during the morning commute, drivers traveling northbound through Dallas could encounter significant congestion until the crash scene is cleared. Because this is a developing incident, no conclusions should be drawn about fault until investigators determine how the wreck occurred. Evidence That May Matter After a Tanker Truck Crash Tanker truck collisions can involve additional evidence beyond what is typically available after an ordinary passenger-vehicle wreck. Investigators may examine: Electronic control module data Electronic logging-device records GPS and telematics information Dash-camera footage Driver hours-of-service records Dispatch communications Tractor and tanker maintenance records Cargo and shipping documentation Crash-scene photographs Witness statements Vehicle damage and final resting positions If the tanker was carrying hazardous or flammable material, investigators may also examine whether the cargo was properly loaded, secured, identified, and transported. Why Tanker Truck Evidence Should Be Preserved Quickly Commercial carriers may possess electronic and company records that can help determine how a serious tanker truck wreck occurred. Information concerning the truck’s speed, braking, driver activity, maintenance history, cargo, and dispatch instructions may become important depending on the circumstances of the collision. Preserving that evidence early can be particularly important after a serious commercial truck crash. Injured in a Tanker Truck or 18-Wheeler Wreck in Dallas? The Wooley Law Firm represents people injured in serious tanker truck, commercial truck, and 18-wheeler crashes throughout Dallas and North Texas. If you were injured in a tanker truck wreck on I-35E or another Dallas highway, The Wooley Law Firm can investigate the collision, identify potentially responsible parties, and work to preserve trucking evidence. Call (214) 699-6524 for a free consultation. You don’t pay unless we win. This article concerns a developing traffic incident. Information about the vehicles involved, injuries, the tanker’s cargo, lane closures, and cause of the collision may change as authorities release additional details. Nothing in this article assigns fault before the investigation is complete. This article is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Reading it does not create an attorney-client relationship.

A 50-year-old man was killed early Tuesday morning in a chain-reaction crash involving a passenger vehicle, a cement pump truck, and an 18-wheeler on southbound Interstate 35 near 12th Street in Waco. According to Waco police, the collision happened shortly before 1:00 a.m. The victim was driving a Nissan southbound on I-35 when the Nissan struck the rear of a cement pump truck. Police said the Nissan then lost power and drifted into an adjacent lane, where it was struck by an 18-wheeler. The Nissan driver was pronounced dead at the scene. A passenger in the Nissan and the 18-wheeler driver were treated at a local hospital for minor injuries. The identity of the driver who died had not yet been released pending notification of next of kin. What Happened in the Fatal I-35 Truck Crash in Waco? Waco police reported that the sequence began when the Nissan collided with the back of a cement pump truck. After that impact, the Nissan reportedly lost power and moved into an adjacent lane. An approaching 18-wheeler then struck the disabled Nissan. This type of multi-impact crash can require investigators to determine not only how the first collision occurred, but also whether the second collision could have been avoided. The investigation remained open and ongoing Tuesday morning. Evidence That May Matter in a Chain-Reaction Truck Crash A fatal collision involving two commercial trucks may involve evidence from multiple drivers and companies. Potentially important evidence may include: Dash-camera footage from the 18-wheeler or cement pump truck Electronic control module data GPS and telematics records Electronic logging-device information Driver hours-of-service records Dispatch communications Vehicle inspection and maintenance records Crash-scene photographs and measurements Electronic data from the Nissan Witness statements Roadway lighting and visibility conditions Investigators may also examine how much time passed between the first impact and the second collision, whether the Nissan was visible in the adjacent lane, and whether the 18-wheeler driver had an opportunity to brake or avoid the disabled vehicle. Why Both Commercial Vehicles May Need to Be Investigated Because the crash involved both a cement pump truck and an 18-wheeler, records from more than one commercial operator may become relevant. The first impact and the later 18-wheeler collision are separate parts of the same sequence. Determining responsibility may require reconstructing each impact and evaluating what each driver could see and do in the seconds before the crash. The fact that the Nissan struck the cement pump truck first does not automatically resolve every liability question arising from the later 18-wheeler impact. Wrongful Death Claims After a Fatal Texas Truck Crash When someone is killed in a collision involving commercial vehicles, certain surviving family members may have potential rights under Texas wrongful-death law if negligence contributed to the death. A civil investigation may examine the drivers, trucking companies, vehicle maintenance, electronic truck data, insurance coverage, and other evidence beyond the initial police report. The Wooley Law Firm represents people injured and families affected by serious and fatal 18-wheeler crashes throughout Texas. Call (214) 699-6524 for a free consultation. You don't pay unless we win. This article is based on preliminary information released by Waco police concerning an ongoing investigation. Additional information about the drivers, commercial vehicles, and cause of the collision may become available. Nothing in this article assigns fault before the investigation is complete. This article is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Reading it does not create an attorney-client relationship.

A collision involving an 18-wheeler and a passenger vehicle on westbound Spur 366 near Interstate 35E in Dallas shut down multiple lanes Tuesday afternoon. According to reporting from The Dallas Morning News, the Texas Department of Transportation detected the crash at approximately 1:46 p.m. Traffic cameras showed an 18-wheeler and a sedan blocking the highway, with only the far-left westbound lane remaining open. Dallas News Information about possible injuries and what caused the collision had not yet been released. What Happened in the Spur 366 18-Wheeler Crash? The wreck occurred on westbound Spur 366, also known as Woodall Rodgers Freeway, near the I-35E interchange in Dallas. Traffic-camera images reportedly showed both the tractor-trailer and a sedan obstructing the roadway. The collision resulted in extensive lane closures, leaving only the far-left lane available for westbound traffic. Dallas News It is not yet clear how the collision occurred or which vehicle made the initial contact. No conclusions should be drawn about responsibility until investigators determine the sequence of events. Evidence That May Matter After a Dallas 18-Wheeler Crash When an 18-wheeler and passenger vehicle collide on a busy downtown freeway, important evidence can disappear quickly. An investigation may involve: Traffic-camera and dash-camera footage Electronic control module data from the truck Electronic logging-device records GPS and truck telematics data Driver hours-of-service records Dispatch communications Tractor and trailer inspection records Photographs of vehicle damage and final resting positions Witness statements Electronic data from the passenger vehicle Traffic-camera footage may be particularly important in determining whether lane changes, merging traffic, following distance, or another event contributed to the wreck. Why Truck-Crash Evidence Should Be Preserved Quickly Commercial trucking cases can involve evidence that is not normally available after an ordinary car wreck. The 18-wheeler may contain electronic information showing speed, braking, throttle position, and other data from the moments before impact. The trucking company may also possess driver logs, maintenance records, dispatch communications, and onboard video. Preserving this evidence can help establish how the collision occurred and whether the truck driver, trucking company, another motorist, or multiple parties may bear responsibility. Injured in an 18-Wheeler Crash in Dallas? The Wooley Law Firm represents people injured in serious commercial truck and 18-wheeler crashes throughout Dallas and North Texas. If you were injured in a Dallas truck wreck, The Wooley Law Firm can investigate the collision, identify the trucking company and available insurance coverage, and work to preserve electronic and physical evidence before it is lost. Call (214) 699-6524 for a free consultation. You don't pay unless we win. This article is based on preliminary reporting concerning an October 13, 2026 collision on westbound Spur 366 near I-35E in Dallas. Information about injuries, the vehicles involved, and the cause of the collision may change as authorities release additional details. Nothing in this article assigns fault before the investigation is complete. This article is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Reading it does not create an attorney-client relationship.