Firefighters direct a sand truck near the wreck so they can spread sand to absorb the chemical spill. Tm Olk photo Sand is used to prevent any further run-off of the chemical spill. Tim Olk photo Hydrochloric acid leaks from the tanker. Tm Olk photo Contractors begin preparations to off-load the product from the tanker. Tim Olk photo Workers monitor the progress of draining the tanker and transferring the acid to another. Tim Olk photo Three heavy wreckers begin to upright the tractor and the now empty trailer. Tim Olk photo Snow Board Series,Snow Board Series 2006,Snow Board Series 1003,Snow Board Series 6032 ZHOUSHAN SKYTOP COMMODITY CO., LTD. , https://www.bodyboard.com.cn
Tanker rolls and closes I294 3-20-12
Tim Olk spent most of Tuesday stationed in the southbound lanes of the Tri-State Tollway (I-294), capturing the aftermath of a major accident that caused significant traffic chaos. According to a report from the Southtown Star:
… an overturned tanker led to the closure of the southbound lanes between 95th and 127th streets. The lanes remained shut from before noon until around 8 p.m., turning what should have been a routine rush hour into a nightmare for commuters …
The incident occurred when a vehicle made an illegal U-turn in front of the tanker, which was carrying hydrochloric acid. The collision caused the truck to overturn at approximately 11:43 a.m. near 127th Street, according to Illinois State Police Trooper Michelle Kistulinec.
The spill prompted emergency crews to respond quickly, using sand to contain the chemical and prevent further spread. Firefighters and contractors worked through the afternoon to safely drain and transfer the hazardous material.
See the complete article HERE.
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