All lanes of I-55 shut down after a semi hit a bridge: Stevenson Expressway

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Video from Chopper 7 shows a type of spill on the expressway.

The I-55 Stevenson Expressway saw extensive delays on Thursday after a semi hit a bridge, and crews cleaned up a large spill.

Chopper 7 was over the scene just after 7 a.m. on the northbound lanes of I-55 at La Grange Road.

Illinois State Police said the crash happened at 4:25 a.m.

A semi struck the overpass bridge, ISP said.

Police responded to the 1600 block of E. 85th Place a little before 10:30 p.m., according to the Chicago Police Department.

It was not immediately clear what spilled on the expressway, however Hazmat crews were called.

Traffic was only able to get by using the shoulder.

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