Tractor-trailer collision, fuel spill closes part of Highway 6 in Flamborough

A tractor-trailer collision and diesel fuel spill has closed part of Highway 6 in Flamborough.

All lanes in both directions are closed between Concession 11 East and Freelton Road for the clean-up.

The OPP says the tractor trailer carrying steel was travelling northbound on Highway 6 near Concession 12 East and struck a construction barrier, blocking the northbound lanes.

It then crossed all lanes striking the barrier on the other side of the highway, resulting in a diesel spill into the ditch and a full closure the highway in both directions.

The collision was shortly after 3:30 a.m. and was in an area of lane reductions (one northbound, two southbound) due to ongoing highway maintenance.

The OPP says that charges are pending. No injuries were reported.

“Reduce your speed and pay attention in construction zones,” read a statement from the OPP.

Police say the closure is expected to last until 10 a.m.

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