Large fuel spill blocks Durham's North Duke Street

DURHAM, North Carolina (WTVD) -- A large diesel fuel spill blocked a street in Durham Tuesday, causing traffic delays during the morning commute.

Just before 6:30 a.m., police and fire crews were called about the 200-foot long spill on North Duke Street at Leon Street.
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Durham police blocked off both Duke Street exits along Interstate 85.



Hazmat crews were called in to clean up the fuel.
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Officials were seen spreading sand over the liquid. It is unclear what caused the spill.





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