The southbound lanes of Interstate 91 have re-opened at Exit 18 after a tar spill re-routed traffic to Route 5.
This is an update of a story posted a 8:38 a.m.
EASTHAMPTON- The southbound lanes of Interstate 91 have re-opened at Exit 18 after a spill in the construction zone there. According to Massachusetts Department of Transportation spokesman Michael Verseckes, the chemical spilled was bitumen, a chemical that is put on the road before tar. A sander was deployed to absorb the material and provide traction for vehicles as lanes were closed off at 8:15 a.m.
Hazardous materials clean-up crews were not sent to the scene, but the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection said they were pleased with the efficiency of the clean-up.