Albuquerque, NM – Injuries in Fiery Semi-Truck Accident on I-40

Albuquerque, NM (July 20, 2025) – On Saturday, July 19, there were reported injuries following an auto accident in the Albuquerque area. The crash was reported early that morning at around 3:53 a.m. on Interstate 40 near mile marker 120. A semi-truck was involved in the crash and burst into flames as a result of the incident. 

Emergency crews were quickly dispatched in order to render aid to the involved parties. At least one person involved in the crash was hurt. The severity and number of the resulting injuries have not yet been determined. Ambulances were available to transport the injured parties to local hospitals for additional treatment. The roadway was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. Tow trucks were later dispatched to clear the resulting debris and reopen the area to outside traffic. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is in the hands of local law enforcement officials. 

Our best wishes go out to the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their rapid and complete recovery.

New Mexico Trucking Accidents

When you are involved in a crash with a large commercial vehicle, you are at greater risk of suffering devastating injuries. According to the New Mexico Department of Transportation, there were more than 3,000 semi-truck crashes reported across the state in a recent year.

In New Mexico, from 2017 to 2021, an average of 71 people died each year in crashes involving large trucks—about 34 fatalities per 100 million people—ranking it second highest in the nation for large‑truck fatality rate. In 2022, there were around 99 large trucks involved in fatal crashes, causing roughly 91 deaths, with truck-involved wrecks making up about 15% of all fatal crashes in the state.

According to data published concerning this matter, around 887 truck accidents occurred in 2023, resulting in 53 fatalities, and trucks were involved in about 5.2% of all crashes but 10.4% of traffic fatalities. Interstate corridors such as I‑40, I‑25, US 285, and others see high commercial truck traffic and elevated accident risks due to terrain, fatigue, speeding, and poor maintenance

Truck injury cases are some of the most complicated, as these massive vehicles are subject to state and federal regulations. You should never rely solely on chance for your compensation. The rest of your life will hinge on the ability to obtain fair restitution for your damages. You need to remember that you are not alone after a serious truck accident. Will Ferguson & Associates has the knowledge and resources to make sure your legal rights are secured and that the person responsible for your injuries is brought to justice.

Now you know what you need to pursue justice and achieve a full recovery after your truck crash. Don’t delay contacting our efficient lawyers at Will Ferguson & Associates. Call our law offices today at (505) 243-5566 to discuss your case with our skilled Albuquerque truck accident lawyer.