Tractor-trailer spills hazardous chemicals across I-75 northbound in Henry County, officials say

HENRY COUNTY, Ga. — On Sunday, officials responded to a tractor-trailer in Stockbridge that overturned spilling hazardous chemicals across Interstate 75 near exit 224.

Stockbridge Police said Eagles Landing Parkway is blocked both ways from Rock Quarry to I-75 southbound ramp. Exit 224 off ramp near I-75 northbound is also blocked.

The tractor trailer was traveling eastbound on Eagles Landing Parkway and attempted to turn left onto I-75 northbound ramp. As the tractor trailer was turning, the trailer overturned spilling liquids onto the roadways.

When fire department personnel arrived on the scene, they discovered a leak of dihydrogen hexafluorotitanate, hydrofluoric acid, and hexafluorozirconic acid.

At this time, the leak is contained and officials are awaiting the arrival of HEPACO Environmental Emergency Services for cleanup. Officials have not given an update as to when roads will be reopened.