Bus collision kills 3 and injures many

{EMAIL} July 13, 2023 Top-Rated, Breaking News in Under 3 Minutes from Absolute News [No Images? Report Not Sp@m Above to get Beautiful Images and Full News User Experience. Brought to you by Absolute News.] July 13, 2023 [Bus collision kills 3 and injures many] [Bus collision kills 3 and injures many]( 3D%3D%3D%3D 3D%3D%3D%3D 3D%3D%3D%3D 3D%3D%3D%3D And Don't Stop There. 3D%3D%3D%3D 3D%3D%3D%3D 3D%3D%3D%3D 3D%3D%3D%3D Recent headline: Tanker truck carrying 8,600 gallons of gas explodes after car crashes into it A car and a tanker carrying a substantial amount of gas collided near Payson, Arizona. This resulted in a massive plume of flames and black smoke on SR 87. The incident occurred just before 6 p.m., causing significant disruption and concern. The Town of Payson Fire Department swiftly responded to the scene, where they discovered that the tanker was carrying 8,600 gallons of unleaded gas. In an effort to prioritize safety, authorities decided to allow the gasoline to burn off while focusing on controlling the vegetation fire. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported among the responders or the drivers involved. The crash occurred near Oxbow Estates, specifically at milepost 244 on SR 87. The resulting wildfire, named the Tanker Fire, quickly spread and scorched approximately 12.5 acres of land. Firefighters worked diligently to contain the flames, successfully achieving full containment by Saturday afternoon. However, the incident caused significant traffic congestion, with drivers, including a man named Eric Aguiar, being stuck in traffic for several hours as the fire raged on. Eric Aguiar, who was driving on SR 87 at the time of the crash, described the scene as a massive ball of fire resembling a mushroom cloud. He and other drivers were stranded in traffic until late in the evening. The situation was particularly dangerous due to the involvement of fuel, toxic smoke, and smoldering asphalt. The fire even reached the guardrails, further complicating the response efforts for multiple agencies involved. As of Sunday, traffic is now able to pass through the area in both directions, although some delays are expected. The northbound right lane remains closed, and the speed limit has been reduced between mileposts 244 and 245. Authorities urge drivers to stay updated on road conditions and exercise caution while traveling through the affected area. The Tanker Fire not only posed a threat due to the wildfire itself but also due to the release of toxic smoke. Denise Croker, spokesperson for the Tonto National Forest, emphasized the danger faced by the residents and individuals in the vicinity. [Visit Absolute News]( DISCLAIMER Absolute News email, website, and content are subject to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use published on AbsoluteNews.com. All content in our emails or web properties is for informational or entertainment use and is not a substitute for professional advice. Always check with a qualified professional for treatment advice or diagnosis. Be sure to do your careful research before taking action based on anything you find linked to this content. 3D%3D%3D%3D AbsoluteNews.com 137 E Elliot #1553 Gilbert AZ 85299-1553 Intended for: {EMAIL} [View Online]( | [Unsubscribe](