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Hazmat spill blocks all lanes on I-75 South

The accident involved a tractor trailer.

MACON, Ga. — UPDATE: 1 p.m.

A Bibb County Sheriff's Office news release says the accident happened around 9 a.m. 

The driver of a tractor trailer carrying liquid nitrogen was attempting to merge from the middle to the right lane. The trailer struck  Honda Accord as it started to merge. 

The driver veered back to the left, hitting a concrete wall. After it hit the wall, it rolled on its side causing it to roll onto the Honda. 

The drivers of both vehicles were transported to Navicent Health with injuries. They are reported to be in stable condition. There were no additional passengers in either vehicle. 

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A tweet from the Georgia Department of Transportation says crews are working to clear an accident involving a tractor trailer and hazmat spill.

It happened on I-75 south at Pio Nono Avenue. All lanes are blocked. Crews estimate the scene will be clear by 11:30 a.m.

For alternate routes call Georgia 511.

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