A section of a major interstate in Connecticut was closed on Thursday after a tractor-trailer carrying thousands of gallons of gasoline caught Fire.
No one was killed in the incident, but flames engulfed an overpass while snarling traffic and damaging the bridge.
News12 Connecticut reported the tanker caught Fire around 5:30 a.m. ET on a section of Interstate 95 in the city of Norwalk.
The flames burned for an hour before firefighters were able to extinguish them.
The truck was carrying 8,500 gallons of gasoline, leading to a fiery scene that damaged another truck and a car.
Images of the inferno were shared on social media.
The section of the city street crossing the highway – Fairfield Avenue – was damaged and closed.
The Norwalk Hour reported local police estimated flames rose 100 feet above the overpass.
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Democratic Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont shared a video of the blaze and a photo of its aftermath on X.
“Watch the scene from the fiery collision on I-95 at Exit 15 in this video. Despite the dramatic scene, thankfully everyone involved is safe,” Lamont wrote. “Take a glimpse into the aftermath. Huge thanks to our first responders for ensuring everyone’s safety.”
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg also commented on the Fire.
“Our highways team is working closely with Connecticut’s DOT on the tanker Fire that has closed I-95 in Norwalk,” he said on X. “Please heed local authorities on detours and avoid the area if possible. Thank you to the first responders who are dealing with the Fire and keeping other drivers safe.”
According to News12 Connecticut, one firefighter sustained a leg injury while battling Thursday’s blaze and was hospitalized.
The highway remained closed as of early Thursday afternoon. Commuters have been urged to avoid the area and find alternate routes.
This article appeared originally on The Western Journal.