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Tanker fire shuts down highway in Texas
United States
First seen: Aug 22, 2026, 3:46 AM UTCUpdated: Aug 22, 2026, 3:46 AM UTC
WHAT HAPPENED
A crude oil tanker fire shut down Highway 96 south of Kirbyville, Texas. The incident caused a transport disruption and involved a hazardous cargo fire.
SO WHAT?
The closure disrupts regional road travel and highlights risks from hazardous-material transport.
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