A semi-trailer truck wiped out on Interstate 55 in Plainfield, Illinois, Tuesday afternoon, causing a major traffic jam in the southbound lanes.

The crash happened at 4:29 p.m. on southbound I-55 at Renwick Road. The semi-trailer truck struck a concrete barrier, leaving heavy front-end damage and a ruptured fuel tank.

All southbound lanes were completely closed, with some cars getting by on the shoulder.

Illinois State Police urged drivers to avoid the area. Traffic was solid past I-355, and drivers were advised to get off at Weber Road to avoid getting stuck.

No injuries were reported, and no other vehicles were involved in the crash, according to Illinois State Police.

• Plainfield