Hazmat Crews Respond to Overturned Tanker Truck on Highway 101
San Jose, California – Hazmat crews are currently on scene after a tanker truck overturned on Highway 101 near the Hellyer Avenue exit. The incident occurred early this morning, causing a temporary closure of the highway and a major traffic jam for commuters.
According to authorities, the tanker truck was carrying a hazardous material when it overturned, spilling its contents onto the highway. As a precaution, the hazmat team was immediately called to the scene to contain and clean up the spill.
Thankfully, no injuries have been reported so far. However, the situation is being taken very seriously as hazmat crews work diligently to secure the area and prevent any further harm to the public.
The traffic on Highway 101 has been heavily affected, with lanes being closed in both directions as hazmat crews work to clean up the spill. Commuters are advised to take alternate routes and to expect delays during their morning commute.
The cause of the accident is still under investigation, but it is believed that the tanker truck may have been traveling at a high speed before it overturned. Authorities are reminding all drivers to be cautious and abide by the speed limit in order to prevent such incidents from occurring.
The swift response from the hazmat team has been commendable, and their quick actions have prevented the situation from escalating. They have been working tirelessly to contain and clean up the hazardous material, ensuring the safety of the public and the environment.
We would like to extend our gratitude to the brave men and women of the hazmat team for their dedication and professionalism in handling this situation. Their expertise and prompt response have once again proven the importance of having such specialized teams in our community.
We would also like to remind the public to stay away from the area and to follow any instructions given by the authorities. The safety of the public is our top priority, and we are working diligently to ensure that the situation is resolved as quickly and safely as possible.
We understand that this incident has caused inconvenience and delays for commuters, and we apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. We assure you that we are doing everything in our power to reopen the highway as soon as possible.
We urge all drivers to remain patient and cooperative during this time, and to follow the instructions of the authorities on the scene.
We will continue to provide updates as the situation progresses. In the meantime, let us all work together to ensure the safety of our community and the smooth flow of traffic on our roads.
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
