Sunday, 22 November 2015 12:23

Serious Crash Closes State Route 5 in Ravenna

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A tractor-trailer ignited in flames when it rolled over and spilled fuel in a crash that happened along State Route 5 in Ravenna early Sunday morning.

The Ohio State Highway Patrol reports the 39-year-old driver drove off the right side of State Route 5 hitting a guard rail.

Newschannel 5 reports the tractor-trailer was loaded with 8,000 gallons of octane gasoline.

There were no serious injuries in the crash, as the driver was able to escape, but he will be cited for failure to control.

Officials say neither alcohol or drugs played a part in the crash.

State Route 5 will be closed possibly for the next few days. The Ohio Department of Transportation suggests drivers take State Route 14 and Interstate 76 instead.

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