Tanker rollover causes fuel spill on I-25 in Thornton, delays morning commute
A tanker truck rollover caused a fuel spill that completely shut down a stretch of Interstate 25 in Thornton early on Thursday. No other vehicles were involved. Thornton Police tweeted the interstate was back open in both directions just before 9 a.m.
Thornton PD originally confirmed the response to the crash just before 3:30 a.m. I-25 was shut down in both directions between 84th Ave and Thornton Parkway after a tanker crashed under the overpass at 84th Ave and I-25, and Adams County Fire confirmed the tanker started leaking gas after the crash.
According to the police department, the driver of the tanker was taken to the hospital with injuries, and the fuel cleanup on I-25 was kept the interstate closed for several hours to start the day.
Crews continue to clean up. There does not appear to be any damage to the bridge at this time. pic.twitter.com/RibByHUVyM
— Thornton Police Dept (@ThorntonPolice) September 22, 2022
The 84th Ave overpass above the interstate was also closed, and police advised drivers to use Washington Street, Huron Street and 104th Ave before the crash was clear.
Crews responded early this morning along with @ThorntonFire to a rolled over tanker that was leaking gas on I-25NB and 84th. Hazmat 3 on scene as well. Driver was taken to hospital with minor injuries. Leak is being contained. pic.twitter.com/RW7CoVftRt
— Adams County Fire (@adamscountyfire) September 22, 2022
Crews with both Adams County Fire and Thornton Fire Department responded with a hazmat unit to the scene and confirmed the chemical leak was being contained.
Thornton PD said there did not appear to be any damage to the bridge above the interstate due to the crash.
The cause of the crash is under investigation.