Two People Injured in Tanker Truck Crash in Winfield
By Accident.NEWS
Publish Date: August 25, 2023
both drivers were taken to a nearby hospital to be treated for minor injuries
Two injured in tanker truck crash, causing road closure for eight hours
In Winfield, Illinois, a collision between a passenger car and a tanker truck resulted in two individuals being injured on Thursday. The incident occurred just after 10:30 a.m., causing the tanker truck to roll over and spill its load of gasoline. As a result, part of Winfield and Roosevelt Roads had to be closed for approximately eight hours.
Following the accident, both drivers involved were transported to a nearby hospital for treatment of minor injuries, as confirmed by local authorities. Fire crews from multiple neighboring areas including Winfield, Wheaton, Carol Stream, West Chicago, and Hanover Park arrived at the scene to assist with the cleanup of spilled gasoline.
The affected area was finally reopened to traffic shortly after 6 p.m., allowing normal flow once again. While investigations into the cause of the crash were still ongoing as of late Thursday evening, officials are urging any witnesses who observed the incident to come forward with information. Those with relevant details are encouraged to contact Winfield Police Sgt. Ben Olson at 630-933-7160.
This unfortunate event serves as another reminder of how crucial it is for drivers on our roads to exercise caution and remain vigilant at all times.
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Tags: Illinois, Injury, Traffic, Crash, Tankertruck, Winfield, Gasolinecleanup
Incident at a Glance
- Parties Involved:
- Two people
- Vehicles:
- tanker truck, passenger car
- State:
- Illinois
- City:
- Winfield
- Location:
- Winfield and Roosevelt Roads
- Date of Incident:
- 2023-08-24
- Time of Incident:
- just after 10:30 a.m.
Winfield and Roosevelt Roads
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