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Tanker fire shuts down highway in Texas

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.

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The closure disrupts regional road travel and highlights risks from hazardous-material transport.

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  1. Crude Oil Tanker Fire Shuts Down Highway 96 South of Kirbyville ↗kjas.com · Recorded source date: Aug 22, 2026, 3:46 AM UTC

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