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One lane reopens after 2 crashes close I-40 EB in Catawba County

CATAWBA COUNTY, N.C. — One lane on eastbound Interstate 40 has reopened after two separate accidents closed the road near US-321 in Catawba County.

Officials say the first incident started just after 5:45 a.m. Monday at mile marker 123 near Hickory.

State Highway Patrol officials say the second accident involved a tractor-trailer and is leaking fuel.

A hazmat crew is responding to the scene.

Drivers are encouraged to take Exit 119 B (Henry River Road) to the I-40 Access Road. Then, continue on the I-40 Access Road to US-70 East.

On US-70 East, continue until you get to US-321 South and continue on this road to re-access I-40.

Officials expect the road to reopen around 10 a.m. Monday.

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