03 Sep 2024 | 06:04 PM UTC
Russia: Lingering traffic disruptions likely after fuel tanker explodes on M-11 highway near Izvoroten, Tver Oblast, Sept. 3
Collision causes fuel tanker explosion on M-11 highway near Izvoroten, Tver Oblast, Russia, Sept. 3; lingering traffic disruptions likely.
Lingering traffic disruptions will probably affect the M-11 highway in the Tver area after a fuel tanker truck collided with two other vehicles on the route near Izvoroten, Tver Oblast, on Sept. 3, causing the tanker truck to explode. The blast reportedly killed the driver of the tanker truck and ignited a large fire that engulfed other vehicles on the route and emitted thick, black smoke. The incident prompted the temporary closure of the M-11 highway's northbound lanes in the area and the diversion of vehicular traffic to alternative routes. Emergency personnel have deployed to the scene and extinguished the blaze.
Increased traffic congestion will likely affect the M-11 highway near Tver and nearby routes over the coming hours. Smoke from the now-extinguished fire may noticeably worsen air quality in the surrounding area over the short term.
Avoid the affected area until authorities vacate the scene. Consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the incident site and any lingering traffic disruptions. Allow extra time for highway travel in the vicinity of Tver. Strictly heed all instructions from local officials. Consider remaining indoors to avoid smoke exposure, especially if you suffer from a respiratory illness, such as asthma, or conditions that lead to increased risk from smoke exposure. Eye irritation is possible; flush irritated eyes with copious amounts of clean water.
