SR 77 closed between Winkelman and Globe

Arizona Department of Transportation

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For Immediate Release: January 31, 2012

Contact: ADOT Public Information Office

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State Route 77 closed between Winkelman and Globe

Truck leaked sulfuric acid on the highway

 

State Route 77 is closed between State Route 177 in Winkelman and US 70 in Globe, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation. Crews are dealing with a hazardous materials incident caused by a leak of sulfuric acid from a tanker truck along a 27-mile stretch of the highway early this morning. The highway is expected to remain closed until mid-day.

 

Drivers can use State Route 177 and US 60 to go between Winkelman and Globe, which will add approximately 30 minutes to the trip.

 

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