18-wheeler rolls on side

An 18-wheeler flipped on its side west of Fallon Friday morning.

An 18-wheeler flipped on its side west of Fallon Friday morning.

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A tractor-trailer heading westbound rolled on its side near McLean Road on the Reno Highway Friday morning.

Churchill County Sheriff deputies responded first and provided traffic control. Preliminary reports indicate the driver of the big rig was not hurt.

Traffic was restricted to the passing lane in the westbound lane.

Fallon/Churchill Fire Department was called to the scene in case of any gas leaks. Also, the truck damaged a power pole and line.

The Nevada Highway Patrol is conducting the investigation.