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SB I-35 reopens after semi hits construction worker near Alvarado, police say
Summary by Southlake News Editorial Desk · As published by NBC 5 DFW (KXAS) Local
· July 10, 2026
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Key points The incident happened near County Road 401 in Johnson County, causing the truck to crash into the center median and block all southbound lanes. A serious accident occurred on Interstate 35W in Alvarado, involving a construction worker and a big-rig.
A serious accident occurred on Interstate 35W in Alvarado, involving a construction worker and a big-rig. The worker was struck by the truck and flown to a hospital in critical condition. The incident happened near County Road 401 in Johnson County, causing the truck to crash into the center median and block all southbound lanes.
The highway was shut down for several hours, but has since reopened. Further details about the accident are available from local authorities, who are still investigating the crash. The incident affected traffic on I-35W, but the road is now open again.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 10, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 DFW (KXAS) Local ·
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