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Fiery Tanker Crash on I-70 Near Denver Leaves One Dead, Causes Major Traffic Disruptions

A tanker truck fire following a collision with a car forced the closure of both directions of Interstate 70, leading to extensive delays and hazardous material concerns.

This image provided by the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office shows the remains of a tanker truck after a crash on Colorado's main east-west highway near Denver on Thursday, May 16, 2024. (Jefferson County Sheriff's Office via AP)
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Overview

  • The crash occurred near Morrison, Colorado, involving a tanker truck carrying diesel and gasoline.
  • The driver of the car that collided with the tanker was killed, while the truck driver was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.
  • Firefighters worked to extinguish the flames and contain the hazardous materials spill, which caused additional traffic delays.
  • Authorities closed a significant stretch of I-70, advising motorists to avoid the area and use alternate routes.
  • Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the crash and assess the structural integrity of the affected roadway.