Semi-Truck Carrying Steel I-Beams Crashes Into Multiple Vehicles on U.S. 82 Near Cloudcroft

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 on northbound Interstate 45 at Fulghum Road was causing traffic delays Tuesday afternoon, October 13, 2026. The wreck was reported at approximately 3:30 p.m. and resulted in the closure of the two left northbound lanes and the left shoulder while emergency crews responded. Additional information about the vehicles involved and possible injuries has not yet been released. What Happened in the I-45 18-Wheeler Crash at Fulghum Road? The incident involved an 18-wheeler traveling on northbound I-45 near Fulghum Road. At this time, it is not known how many vehicles were involved or what caused the collision. With two left lanes and the shoulder blocked, motorists traveling northbound could experience significant congestion until the 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 an 18-Wheeler Crash Commercial truck collisions can involve evidence that is not available in an ordinary passenger-vehicle wreck. Important evidence may include: Electronic control module data Electronic logging-device records GPS and telematics information Dash-camera footage Driver hours-of-service records Dispatch communications Tractor and trailer maintenance records Crash-scene photographs Witness statements Vehicle damage and final resting positions Preserving truck-specific evidence quickly can help determine how the collision occurred and whether driver conduct, vehicle condition, or another factor contributed. Injured in an I-45 18-Wheeler Wreck? The Wooley Law Firm represents people injured in serious commercial truck and 18-wheeler crashes throughout Texas. If you were injured in an 18-wheeler collision, The Wooley Law Firm can investigate the wreck, identify potentially responsible parties, and work to preserve available 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, 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.