CASSELTON, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Hazmat spill in ditch along Interstate-94 by Casselton, North Dakota after a semi hits the ditch.
- What: Semi-truck crash leads to hazardous material spill.
- Where: Interstate 94 westbound MM 331 (Casselton exit).
- When: June 4th, 2024, at 2:06 PM (Central Time).
- Road Conditions: Wet and slick due to rain.
- Weather Conditions: Raining.
- Crash Involvement: Jack-knifed semi-truck.
- Agencies Involved: North Dakota Highway Patrol, Cass County Sheriff’s Department, Casselton Fire, Fargo Fire, ND DOT.
- Vehicle No. 1: 2000 Peterbilt semi-truck pulling an empty cattle hauler trailer.
- Driver No. 1: Scott Pettingill – 56-year-old male from Trinity, FL (uninjured).
- Restraints: Seatbelt.
- Charges: Driving Under Suspension, Log book violation, care required.
NARRATIVE:
On June 4th, 2024, around 2:06 PM, chaos unfolded on Interstate 94 near MM 331 as a jack-knifed semi-truck careened into the north ditch. The crash resulted in a spill of approximately 100 gallons of diesel fuel, posing a hazardous risk to the environment.
Emergency response teams from Casselton Fire and Fargo Fire swiftly contained the spill, preventing its spread into nearby waterways. However, the incident caused major disruptions, with westbound traffic on Interstate 94 reduced to one lane for nearly 2 hours.
Despite the vehicular wreckage and environmental threat, fortunate enough, no injuries were reported from the crash. Nevertheless, the aftermath demanded a thorough investigation and cleanup operation by the involved agencies to ensure public safety and environmental protection.
I’m Casey Rivers reporting for trfnews.i234.me
bet it was liquid fentanyl