Justin sends the crazy shot above around 6:45am: “In Capitol Hill at the 11th St / 395 interchange…there is zero warning by MPD that you can’t continue down 11th St until you get to the cleanup and then are forced into the interstate.”
MPD reported at 5:41am: “First District patrol units are on scene of an overturned truck carrying trash.
The eastbound transition lane from 695 to 395 is currently blocked. A tow crane is enroute to upright the truck. 11th Street SE is blocked in both directs at the 11th Street Bridge.
Please avoid the area if possible and follow the directions of uniformed MPD and Traffic Control personnel.”
DCFD reported: “Crash with rollover I-695 W/B prior to Exit 1D. #DCsBravest on scene with Tractor Trailer carrying trash overturned and leaking diesel & other fluids. Request hazmat unit. Also have debris that has fallen onto 11th street below. Driver self extricated.”
Update from MPD: “Area clean-up has been completed by DPW and all spilled trash has been removed.
All travel lanes are now reopened to regular traffic.”