Pool chemical truck overturns in Viera

Southbound Murrell Road could be closed until noon, firefighters say

VIERA, Fla. – A tractor-trailer hauling pool chemicals overturned in Viera, forcing officials to block traffic in the area.

The crash happened after 6 a.m. Thursday on Murrell Road near Old Glory Boulevard.

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It's not known if any chemicals spilled from the overturned truck, but Brevard County firefighters said the southbound lanes on Murrell Road could be closed until noon.

Watch Local 6 News for more updates on this story.


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