A tanker truck carrying gasoline was involved in a collision on Interstate 95 in Connecticut, causing severe infrastructure damage and leading to a declared state of emergency.
A significant accident occurred on Interstate 95 in Connecticut when a tanker truck carrying 8,500 gallons of gasoline was involved in a fiery collision with two other vehicles. The incident took place early Thursday morning on the southbound side of the highway, necessitating the closure of the roadway in both directions. Fortunately, there were no serious injuries reported.
The crash resulted in severe damage to a bridge over the highway, raising concerns about its structural integrity. As a result, Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont declared a state of emergency to manage the crisis effectively. Utility and demolition crews were dispatched to dismantle the damaged bridge, with the demolition process expected to last 24 hours. Further repaving will be required before the highway can be reopened, with authorities aiming for restoration by Monday morning.
Governor Lamont and Connecticut officials have urged residents and commuters to avoid the area, seek alternate routes such as Interstates 87 and 84, or use public transportation to mitigate the impact on the roughly 160,000 daily drivers who traverse this section of I-95. The governor has also advised residents to work from home if possible to ease congestion.
The Connecticut Department of Transportation continues to assess the damage and direct repair efforts while maintaining public safety as a priority. This accident underscores the challenges and risks associated with transporting hazardous materials on major highways.
