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CLIFTON, NJ – A major accident occurred early this morning when a tractor-trailer truck carrying explosive and hazardous chemicals crashed into a barrier wall and exploded, forcing the evacuation of nearby homes in Clifton, New Jersey.
Emergency personnel, including Hazmat teams, responded promptly to the scene of the accident, which closed lanes on the highway and necessitated evacuations of nearby residences.
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Details of the Accident
According to officials, the incident began when a bus rear-ended the tractor-trailer truck. The impact caused the truck, loaded with hazardous chemicals, to crash into a barrier wall, resulting in a massive explosion and fireball. The explosion was so intense that numerous drums filled with chemicals were propelled from the truck, with some landing in the backyard of a nearby home.
Authorities are still working to identify the exact nature of the chemicals involved and to assess whether it is safe to approach the area. The presence of potentially dangerous substances has heightened the urgency of the response and the caution exercised by emergency teams.
Officials have reported that, fortunately, no one on the bus sustained injuries. However, the truck driver tragically lost his life in the explosion. The response teams, including firefighters, police, and Hazmat crews, are continuing their efforts to manage the situation, ensure safety, and investigate the cause of the accident.
The investigation into the cause of the crash and the nature of the chemicals involved is ongoing. Officials are committed to determining all contributing factors to prevent future incidents of this nature.
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