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Fiery crash closes Interstate 91 in Connecticut

July 13, 2015 12:00 am • Last Updated: July 13, 2015 11:20 am

Meriden — A fiery crash has closed Interstate 91 in Meriden and authorities say it could take hours to clear the accident scene.

State police say a fuel tanker rolled over on the northbound side of the highway and burst into flames after 9:30 a.m.

Police closed both sides of the highway and were setting up detours.

Meriden police say the truck's driver was taken by private vehicle to a local hospital. The driver's name and condition have not been released.

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