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Crews Unload Bottled Water to Clear Overturned Truck on I-91 South

Local utility projects on Washington Avenue are further delaying detours

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Overview

  • The truck driver was hospitalized after sustaining injuries in the July 9 crash.
  • Firefighters contained a minor diesel spill before DEEP crews began pumping out fuel tanks.
  • Officials must offload approximately 45,000 pounds of bottled water to lighten the vehicle for removal.
  • Traffic is diverted between I-91 South exits 13 and 12 and along the 300 block of Washington Avenue.
  • North Haven fire, state police, DOT and DEEP teams are coordinating medical care, environmental cleanup and traffic management.