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Overturned Tractor-Trailer Snarls Traffic on I-95

A crash involving an overturned tractor-trailer had traffic snarled on I-95 southbound in Broward County Tuesday afternoon.

The crash happened just north of the Hollywood Boulevard exit. All southbound lanes were closed as a result.

Officials with the Florida Highway Patrol said the tractor-trailer was involved in the crash with another vehicle.

The tractor-trailer was carrying some hazardous material, including benzyl alcohol, officials said. Crews worked throughout the afternoon to clear the material off the roadway.

The driver of the rig was taken to a nearby hospital with serious injuries. The driver of the other vehicle was treated at the scene.

A tow truck took the tractor-trailer from the scene. All of the southbound lanes of the highway were finally opened back up about three hours later.

Check back with NBC 6 South Florida for updates.

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