Major wreck with two 18-wheelers shuts down traffic on 1604 in east Bexar County

SAN ANTONIO – An accident involving two 18-wheelers caused major traffic problems on Loop 1604 in east Bexar County.

The accident was reported after 11 a.m. Tuesday on 1604 south of Interstate 10 near Schuwirth Road. 

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Bexar County sheriff's officials said the 18-wheelers were traveling in different directions when they clipped one another.

One of the 18-wheelers was hauling mulch that caught fire, but the trailer avoided serious damage.

Officials said both drivers were expected to be OK. 

One lane of 1604 was re-opened and was expected to stay that way for several hours.


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