US-131 tanker fire in Grand Rapids causes weeks of lane closures

Published
April 06, 2026
Outcome
Injured
Location
Grand Rapids, Michigan
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Incident type
Semi truck, Fire

Summary

Semi Truck Crash Grand Rapids Michigan in Grand Rapids, Michigan: A tanker fire on US-131 in Grand Rapids caused weeks of lane closures. A semi-truck crashed, leading to an explosion and fire. Both drivers were hospitalized with minor injuries. The MDOT is investigating the cause of the crash and planning repairs with lane closures.

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US-131 tanker fire in Grand Rapids causes weeks of lane closures

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