Chemical spill causes road closure in Olive Branch, MS

Megan Fayard

May 17, 2024 at 2:30 PM·1 min read

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A chemical spill on Highway 178 and Hacks Cross Road in Olive Branch, Miss. has caused road closures, according to police.

Olive Branch Police say the spill is between Hacks Cross Road and Business Center Drive and was caused by a semi-trailer. They say the chemical spill is non-hazardous and there is no threat to the public.

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Lanes in both directions are closed until further notice.

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