Breaking News | Evacuations ordered after runaway semi crashes into Line 5 natural gas pipeline site

myupnow.com · last updated August 25, 2026 – 10:09 PM

A runaway semi-truck crashed into a Line 5 valve project site in Wisconsin, striking a natural gas transmission line and triggering evacuations and power shutoffs. Hazmat teams have isolated the leak as environmental crews continue monitoring air quality in the area.

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