Fiery Tanker Truck Crash Claims Driver's Life, Shuts Down State Route 8
TL;DR
A tanker truck lost control and went over a bridge, bursting into flames on State Route 8 in Macedonia, resulting in the driver's death. The crash caused the closure of State Route 8 in both directions, with diesel from the tanker flowing into a nearby river and Brandywine Creek. The Environmental Protection Agency is working to assess and clear the scene, and the bridge will remain closed until inspected for safety. Drivers are advised to avoid the area, and the crash is under investigation by the Summit Metro Crash Team.
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