News: Tanker truck overturns, closes part of SR-16 EB in Gig Harbor

PIERCE COUNTY, WA — A rollover crash involving a tanker truck Monday morning blocked a section of eastbound State Route 16 in Gig Harbor, according to the Washington State Patrol.

The accident impacted the eastbound lanes of SR-16 at Purdy Drive and was first reported by Trooper John Dattilo at 5:22 a.m.

While the cause of the crash has not been disclosed at this time, officials said the truck was carrying a partial load (3000 gallons) of liquid nitrogen when it overturned. No spillage was immediately reported in the area, and no one was reported hurt.

Eastbound SR-16 at Purdy Drive is fully blocked due to an overturned tanker truck caught up in power lines. We have a tow truck on scene but are awaiting additional equipment to conduct the recovery. Expect delays and thank you for your patience! pic.twitter.com/UiW4uzWSVk

— Trooper John Dattilo (@wspd1pio) August 14, 2023

WSP troopers also said impairment is not believed to have been a factor in the wreck.

All eastbound lanes of SR-16 was shut down for over three hours as crews worked to get the truck upright and disentangled from nearby power lines.

Roadway is open! Thank you for your patience! pic.twitter.com/xxNdGcGsmm

— Trooper John Dattilo (@wspd1pio) August 14, 2023

By 8:46 a.m., troopers announced the scene cleared with all lanes reopened to traffic.

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