Accident and fire closes ramp at Rich Hill temporarily

First responders and police are on the scene of an accident on the overpass at I-49 in Rich Hill involving an 18 wheeler tanker with about 8,000 gallons of fuel that was on fire.

The Butler fire department was called to assist, however, Rich Hill first responders had the fire under control prior to their arrival.

More information will be posted as it becomes available. Use caution if traveling through the area as clean up continues.