Tanker Truck Carrying Sulfuric Acid Catches Fire in Southeast Houston
KHOU 11January 5, 20265 min569 views
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- 🚚 A tanker truck carrying sulfuric acid caught fire on a ramp from 610 in southeast Houston.
- 💥 The witness reported hearing at least four loud booms, described as explosions, originating from the truck's cab and spreading.
- 🔥 Flames were seen coming from the inside of the truck and falling from beneath the ramp to the ground, burning grass and asphalt.
Witness Account and Concerns
- 💡 A manager at a nearby dealership described the surprising sight of the truck blazing and the escalating flames.
- 😟 Employees and customers were concerned about the potential danger, especially as fire spread and they did not know if anyone was inside the truck.
- 🚒 An employee attempted to use a fire extinguisher on the flames on the ground, but management advised staying away due to unknown risks.
Fire Duration and Evacuation
- ⏳ The fire burned for approximately 30 to 45 minutes, starting shortly after 6 PM.
- 🚗 Employees and customers abandoned the showroom due to concerns about the fire spreading to vehicles on the premises.
- 🚧 Traffic on I-45 and 610 was significantly impacted, with parts of both freeways shut down, and some employees were unable to leave due to blockades.
Aftermath and Investigation
- ✅ Fortunately, there were no reports of injuries related to the incident.
- 🔍 Emergency crews and investigators remained on the scene after the fire was extinguished to conduct their investigation.
- 🛣️ Authorities were expected to provide updates on the duration of road closures and the status of the tanker truck.
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