Overturned semi carrying bibles blocks traffic on new curve in Henderson

Overturned semi carrying bibles blocks traffic on new curve in Henderson
Published: Apr. 5, 2025 at 12:45 PM CDT|Updated: Apr. 5, 2025 at 6:36 PM CDT
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HENDERSON, Ky. (WFIE) - Henderson Emergency Management says crews were called to an overturned semi carrying bibles in Henderson.

They say it happened around 12:30 p.m. Saturday on northbound Highway 41 at the new curve for I-69.

Overturned semi carrying bibles blocks traffic on new curve in Henderson
Overturned semi carrying bibles blocks traffic on new curve in Henderson(Henderson Emergency Management)

It’s the same location several other semis have overturned or jackknifed recently.

We don’t have any information yet about injuries.

Overturned semi carrying bibles blocks traffic on new curve in Henderson
Overturned semi carrying bibles blocks traffic on new curve in Henderson(Henderson Emergency Management)

Kentucky Transportation Officials said around 2 p.m., northbound lanes are expected to be closed for six hours.

Officials say traffic is being diverted at KY 351.

Overturned semi carrying bibles blocks traffic on new curve in Henderson
Overturned semi carrying bibles blocks traffic on new curve in Henderson(Henderson Emergency Management)

Henderson EMA says they expect another 4-5 hours to offload and upright the truck and trailer.

As of around 6:00 p.m., officials say the road has been cleared.

Overturned semi carrying bibles blocks traffic on new curve in Henderson
Overturned semi carrying bibles blocks traffic on new curve in Henderson(Henderson Emergency Management)
Overturned semi carrying bibles blocks traffic on new curve in Henderson
Overturned semi carrying bibles blocks traffic on new curve in Henderson(Henderson Emergency Management)