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Five-vehicle crash, fires close southbound I-35 near Denton
A crash involving five vehicles and ensuing fires shut all southbound lanes of I-35 between Rector and Milam roads Sunday. No injuries were reported, and traffic was diverted to FM 156 as crews cleared the scene.
A five-vehicle crash that sparked fires closed all southbound lanes of Interstate 35 in Denton County on Sunday afternoon, disrupting travel between Sanger and Denton.
Authorities announced the closure shortly before 1 p.m. on Oct. 18, between Rector Road and Milam Road. Denton police said five vehicles were involved; emergency responders reported no injuries. The number of vehicles that caught fire was not specified.
Drivers were directed off the highway, with Farm-to-Market Road 156 toward Krum serving as a main detour. Officials warned motorists to expect significant delays while crews removed wreckage and assessed the roadway. The closure was expected to last until at least 3 p.m.
The cause of the crash remained under investigation.