WB I-70 Reopens After Hydrochloric Acid Leak
EAGLE COUNTY, Colo. (CBS4)- The westbound lanes of Interstate 70 were closed at Copper Mountain for several hours on Friday morning due to a hazmat incident. One westbound lane reopened just after noon to traffic. There were still significant delays in the area.
A freight truck's internal load has been compromised and hydrochloric acid is combining with other materials in the truck.
According to the Colorado State Patrol, the lanes west of Exit 195 at Copper Mountain will remain closed for at least two hours.
"It is not safe for motorists to be passing it," said CSP Sgt. Rob Madden.
What has already leaked on the roadway is not a concern to officials.
