Accident involving gasoline tanker causing delays on Interstate 485

CHARLOTTE — An accident involving a gasoline tanker is causing delays on Interstate 485 near mile marker 10.

Around 2 p.m., Charlotte fire officials tweeted that a motor vehicle accident involving a gasoline tanker caused a gas leak.

The leak was under control within 30 minutes and no injuries have been reported.

NCDOT said this collision is expected to have a high impact on traffic. The exit to Interstate 85.

Detours are being set by law enforcement. Drivers are urged to seek alternate routes.

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