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I-471 Shut Down After Fuel-Tanker Fire as Drone Video Shows Extensive Damage

State officials say the route will stay closed until inspections and repairs confirm it is safe.

Overview

  • The crash around 10:10 p.m. Friday near the Memorial Parkway exit caused the tanker to overturn, ignite and explode.
  • Two children, 6 and 12, and an adult woman were hospitalized with minor injuries, and the 47-year-old tanker driver was treated on scene and released.
  • New drone footage Saturday shows severe burn damage to the pavement and significant scorching on a nearby overpass.
  • Flames traveled through the highway drainage system into the sewer, though officials reported no significant damage below.
  • Gov. Andy Beshear said both directions will remain closed as crews and inspectors assess damage and clean up, and the cause is under investigation.