Traffic Alert: Westbound I-30 Closed In East Dallas

DALLAS, TX — Drivers headed into Dallas on I-30 should expect major delays Thursday morning following a crash with an 18-wheeler truck.

TxDOT traffic cameras show drivers being forced to exit at Hunnicut before reentering the interstate.

It's not known how long the stretch of roadway will be closed, but commuters should plan ahead and consider talking alternate routes.

CBSDFW's Madison Sawyer reported on Twitter the crash occurred when the truck flipped and caught fire.

This story will be updated with more information as it becomes available.

BREAKING: Big rig has flipped and caught fire along I-30 westbound near Hunnicut pic.twitter.com/RheEBeVw7m