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Big rig veers off Highway 41 in downtown Fresno, creating hazmat situation

A big rig pulling an empty fuel trailer veered off Highway 41 in downtown Fresno on Monday morning, creating a hazmat situation beneath the freeway.

The fire department had the roadway blocked at Van Ness and San Benito avenues.

Caltrans reported at 8:25 a.m. that the highway has been reopened, but drivers should expect delays in the area.

This story will be updated.

This story was originally published August 27, 2018 at 8:15 AM.

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