18-Wheeler Overturned in North Texas During Severe Storms, Causing Major Delays

Overturned 18-Wheeler on I-20

• 🚚 An 18-wheeler overturned onto its side is causing significant traffic disruptions on I-20 West in Santo, North Texas.
• 🚨 Emergency crews, including tow trucks and Texas DPS, are on the scene working to clear the major operation.
• ⚠️ Westbound I-20 is at a standstill, with only one car passing at a time, leading to major delays.
• 🛣️ Drivers are being rerouted to the frontage road to avoid the extensive scene.

Storm Damage in Gordon

• 🌪️ Gordon experienced the brunt of the storm's damage tonight, with extensive reports of home damage.
• ⚡ There is currently no power in Gordon due to the severe weather.
• 🏫 Some damage has also been reported to the local K through 12 school.
• 🏥 Emergency management is conducting door-to-door checks and some individuals have been taken to the hospital, though the extent of injuries is unknown.

Gas Meter Incident in Santo

• 🌳 Near the Santo school, a tree struck a gas meter, but this issue has been taken care of by emergency management.
• 🌃 The full extent of the damage in Gordon and downtown will become clearer with daylight.