Three Hospitalized Following Fiery Big Rig Wreck on Loop 1604

A big mess on the city's far north side overnght, which started when an 18 wheeler slowed down on Loop 1604 near Blanco Rd. due to construction, News Radio 1200 WOAI reports.

"At that time he struck a vehicle that was in front of him, which sent him over to the median area," Police Sgt Michelle Ramos told News Radio 1200 WOAI on the scene.

  "He struck a concrete barrier and then flipped several times before he came to a stop."

Ramos says the big rig burst into flames.

"The driver of that semi truck has been transported to the hosptial," she said.  "Two people who were in the vehicle that was hit by the semi truck, they have also been transported to a nearby hospital."

Ramos said none of the three victims suffered life threatening injuries.No criminal charges are expected.


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