Hazmat Crash Closes Eastbound I-80 Summit County, Utah

Eastbound Interstate 80 near Wanship in Summit County was temporarily closed due to a crash involving a semi truck hauling a flatbed trailer and a traffic control truck carrying paint. The collision caused nearly 500 gallons of paint and pipes to spill onto the freeway, prompting a full closure of eastbound lanes and partial closure of westbound lanes for cleanup. No injuries were reported, but traffic backups of up to two miles were experienced, with drivers advised to seek alternate routes. Cleanup efforts allowed reopening of the right lane by evening, while the left lane remained closed overnight. Utah Department of Transportation and Utah Highway Patrol crews were on scene managing the hazardous material cleanup and traffic control. The incident caused significant delays and required extensive response to clear the hazardous materials and debris from the roadway.