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NB SR 509 back open after Semitruck rollover

Courtesy of the Tacoma Fire Department.

TACOMA, Wash. — Update: A semitruck that rolled over on northbound State Route 509 was towed away, opening back up all lanes.

WSDOT reported the road was cleared before 1 p.m.

Law enforcement did not say what caused the semitruck to roll over.

Original story:

Fire crews are at the scene of a semitruck rollover that is blocking all lanes of northbound State Route 509 at I-705 in Tacoma Friday morning.

Rescue crews were called to the scene after 9:30 a.m.

The driver of the truck was transported to a hospital in stable condition, Tacoma Fire said.

Drivers in the area should expect delays and are asked to use alternate routes.

No other injuries were reported.

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