Fort Worth

SB Interstate 35W Near Meacham Reopens After Tour Buses Crash

The southbound lanes of Interstate 35W north of Downtown Fort Worth were closed Saturday after a crash involving two tour buses carrying military personnel and a car.

The crash took place late Saturday morning near the intersection of North Freeway and Meacham Boulevard.

Approximately 110 people were on board the buses -- but only minor injuries have been reported.

MedStar said the buses were transporting active duty personnel from Fort Sill, Oklahoma to Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio  

Ten of the passengers, eight from the buses and two from the car, required hospitalization. All were in good condition, according to MedStar EMS.

Officials have not said what caused the crash.

The southbound lanes of I-35W reopened to traffic Saturday afternoon.

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