Fuel Spill On I-84 (Tuesday, March 31, 2026)
CT State Police and Sandy Hook Volunteer Fire & Rescue responded to a reported vehicle accident with fluid spill at 20:18 March 31. The caller of a 2024 Mac Anthem tractor-trailer told dispatch his truck had been traveling in the center lane of three on I-84 West approaching Exit 11 when he struck something in the roadway.
That caused one of the truck’s tires to blow, which punctured one of the saddle tanks and led to a diesel spill. The truck stopped approximately one mile prior to Exit 10.
SHVFR First Assistant Chief Andy Ryan confirmed the spill and assumed command upon arrival. SHVFR Engine 442, Tanker 9 and Rescue 444 also responded with crews.
DEEP was contacted and responded.
The truck’s 75-gallon tank was damaged. Fuel from the truck’s 100-gallon tank also leaked through the smaller tank.
Firefighters contained the leak in a retention pond, and covered the rest of the spill with Speedi-Dri.
No waterways were affected.
Hilario’s responded for the tow. Moran Environmental also responded for the cleanup.
Sandy Hook cleared at 23:15.
