A tractor trailer overturned and split open on Ridge Road in Perkasie, Pennsylvania, on Monday, releasing about 50 gallons of diesel fuel and scattering scrap aluminum across the pavement, according to local police.
At a Glance
- A tractor trailer carrying scrap metal left the road and overturned
- Roughly 50 gallons of diesel and some aluminum spilled onto Ridge Road
- Officials say there is no threat to the local water supply
- Ridge Road will stay closed between Blooming Glen and Callowhill Street until 9-10 p.m.
- Why it matters: Commuters need alternate routes and emergency crews remain on scene
The crash happened while the big rig was hauling scrap metal along Ridge Road. For reasons still under investigation, the driver lost control, veered off the roadway, and rolled the trailer, which tore open on impact, police told News Of Philadelphia.
The rupture dumped an estimated 50 gallons of diesel fuel onto the asphalt and shoulder, while some of the aluminum cargo also spilled out. Hazmat and fire crews quickly contained the fuel, and officials emphasized that local waterways face no contamination risk.
Road Closure and Response
Emergency teams are still working to upright the trailer, soak up remaining fuel, and clear debris. Ridge Road is shut in both directions between Blooming Glen Road and Callowhill Street; drivers are being detoured onto neighboring routes.
Police estimate the closure will last until 9 or 10 p.m., depending on how quickly wreckers can remove the damaged trailer and sweep the roadway.
Investigation Status
Authorities have not released information on possible injuries or the exact cause of the crash. The driver’s condition and any citations remain undisclosed while the investigation continues.
James O Connor Fields reported that updates will follow as crews finish cleanup and inspectors assess the scene.
Key Takeaways
- Expect delays near Ridge Road in Perkasie through late evening
- No water-supply threat from the diesel spill
- Cause of the rollover is still unknown
