Lanes reopen after crash, fuel leak on I-85 in north Charlotte

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By WSOCTV.com News Staff

CHARLOTTE — Crews responded to a crash and fuel spill that closed several lanes along Interstate 85 in north Charlotte Tuesday.

The Charlotte Fire Department responded around 8 a.m. to the scene near North Graham Street. Investigators said there was a 55-gallon diesel fuel spill because of the crash.

I-85 Crash Chopper 9 Skyzoom flew over the scene. (WSOC)

I-85 Crash Chopper 9 Skyzoom flew over the scene. (WSOC)

I-85 Crash The cleanup last for hours. (WSOC)

I-85 Crash Several lanes were closed during cleanup. (WSOC)

I-85 Crash The crash happened around 8 a.m. (WSOC)

I-85 Crash Crews worked for hours to clean up the spill. (WSOC)

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Hazmat crews responded to the crash and spill. The North Carolina Department of Transportation helped control traffic and hazmat helped the cleanup efforts.

Two southbound lanes closed but they reopened around noon Tuesday.

It is unclear what led to the crash.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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