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HAZMAT crews contain spill after tanker overturns in Tyler

The tanker contained 7,500 gallons of aviation fuel, according to the Tyler Fire Department.
Credit: Tyler Fire Department

TYLER, Texas — HAZMAT crews have contained a spill after a tanker overturned in Tyler.

According to the Tyler Fire Department, the wreck occurred just after 8 a.m. at the intersection of Broadway Avenue and Farm-to-Market Road 14.

Credit: KYTX

The TFD says the tanker was carrying 7,500 gallons of aviation fuel. The spill has been contained with no contamination.

The westbound lane is blocked at this time.

Officials are asking drivers to avoid the area and seek an alternate route.

CBS19 will update this story as more information becomes available.

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