Traffic alert caused by HAZMAT spill

BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Brownsville Police Department has announced a traffic alert due to a HAZMAT spill affecting the roads.

The eastbound lanes of the 2900 block of Boca Chica by Panda Express to the four corners are closed, according to Brownsville PD's statement on Facebook.

Officers are at the scene conducting traffic control, and the closure will remain in place until the area is cleared.

Brownsville PD is asking drivers to avoid the area and consider alternative routes.