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Fiery Multi-Vehicle Crash With 18-Wheeler Shuts Eastbound US 80 in Kaufman County

Authorities anticipate hours-long closures to allow investigation and hazard removal.

Overview

  • The collision occurred shortly before 8 a.m. near Townsend Road/Helms Trail east of Forney, involving multiple vehicles.
  • TxDOT video shows the 18-wheeler's cab burning on the service road with cargo strewn across the median and an apparent fuel spill affecting the main lanes.
  • At least one person was reported entrapped in the wreckage, and officials have not released information on injuries or fatalities.
  • Forney police and fire responded to the scene outside city limits, and the Kaufman County Sheriff's Office is leading the investigation.
  • All eastbound lanes and the service road remain closed, with traffic diverted at Windmill Farms and lengthy delays expected.