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Semi hauling 80,000 pounds of calcium chloride overturns

By 13 ON YOUR SIDE Staff Jan 27, 2023 | 9:21 AM

MUSKEGON, Mich – First responders are cleaning up a mess in Muskegon County after a semi overturned into the ditch Friday morning.

The Michigan State Police Grand Rapids Post said troopers responded to the scene of a semi rollover crash on Maple Island Road near Michillinda.

The semi was hauling about 80,000 pounds of calcium chloride. 

Calcium chloride is a compound similar to salt that is often used as a firming agent in foods. 

The driver wasn’t hurt, authorities said, but drivers are asked to avoid the area while cleanup continues. 

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