GARY, INDIANA — A serious interstate crash involving an overturned semi-truck in icy conditions created a hazardous scene as crews worked around the wreck to prevent the trailer from shifting during recovery operations.

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The semi-truck overturned on the interstate during icy roadway conditions, leaving the trailer in an unstable position and increasing risks for responders and tow operators working nearby. Stabilization was required to keep the overturned trailer secured and to reduce the chance of further movement while crews operated around and beneath the truck.

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Gary Fire Rescue Squad 4 responded to the crash and used a Paratech Strut Stabilization System to secure and stabilize the semi’s trailer so recovery work could continue in a safer environment.

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No additional details were released about injuries, the exact interstate location, or what caused the semi-truck to overturn.

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The incident remains under review.

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