JUNE 7, 2015
NORTHPORT, ALA.
Northport, Ala., officials said Sunday they've slowed the
diesel and gasoline leak from an overturned tanker on Highway 171.
Northport Fire and Rescue estimates several hundred gallons
of mixed gasoline/diesel product was spilled when the fuel tanker overturned
after an accident with an SUV around 10 a.m. at the 5 mile marker.
Authorities said the leak has been "slowed," but
are still asking motorists to avoid the area.
Northport Fire Rescue said the surrounding area was
evacuated immediately while their Hazmat team worked to clean up the spill.
Tuscaloosa's Fire and Rescue Hazmat team also assisted.
The tanker driver was taken to DCH for treatment of non-life
threatening injuries.
Source: http://www.al.com