Semi rollover closes roads in Yerington due to possible hazardous material
UPDATE: The roadways have reopened.
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Firefighters in Yerington and the Lyon County Sheriff's Office are on scene Monday morning of a semi truck rollover on Aiazzi Lane and Miller Road in Yerington. The entire area is closed to all traffic.
Those living in the area are instructed to not try to drive through the area, it is closed due to possible hazard from the contents of the semi truck trailer, according to the Lyon County Sheriff's Office.
The accident was caused by semi-truck illegally driving on this road, according to the sheriff's office, which notes that Aiazzi Lane and Miller Lane closure is to extend to all day Monday.
Lyon County Emergency Management, MVFP, LCSO, and NHP have a joint incident command and are working to safely remove the hazmat tank and vehicle from this area.
The entire area has been closed to ALL traffic due to the potential danger from the contents of the semi-truck trailer. Avoid the area.