Bridge, Freeway Reopened at Port of Los Angeles After Lithium Battery Fire

A container terminal and the Vincent Thomas Bridge are seen in the Port of Los Angeles in San Pedro, Calif., on April 16, 2013. Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images

SAN PEDRO, Calif.—The Vincent Thomas Bridge and the 47 Freeway at the ports of Los Angeles and Los Angeles were reopened Saturday after workers removed an overturned big rig and the hazardous material it spilled, authorities said.

“The Vincent Thomas Bridge, State Route 47 and I-710 are now OPEN at @PortofLA @portoflongbeach!” Caltrans posted Saturday morning on X. “The battery cargo, truck & debris were removed. Caltrans bridge inspection found no structural damage. All lanes are open. Please drive safely!”