Overturned semi on I-43, traffic jammed near Highway 164

Credit: Big Bend Fire Department

Northbound I-43 was shut down near Highway 164 on Friday, May 14 because of an overturned semi. 

The shutdown forced hours of traffic delays in southwest Waukesha County. Drivers were forced off the interstate for a time – and detoured around the wreck.

Backups lingered into Friday afternoon. 

Credit: Big Bend Fire Department

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