SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A federal transportation official said that the tragic tanker truck crash that claimed the lives of five people in central Illinois may have been triggered by another vehicle attempting to pass the chemical-laden truck. The tanker truck, carrying caustic anhydrous ammonia, jackknifed and hit a utility trailer parked off the highway, creating … Read more
An ammonia leak caused by a truck accident in Illinois led to multiple fatalities and prompted an evacuation in the surrounding area. The incident took place on September 30th, 2023. The truck accident occurred in the city of Aurora, Illinois. The ammonia leak resulted in a large-scale evacuation to ensure the safety of the residents … Read more
TEUTOPOLIS, Ill. – A tragic accident occurred in Teutopolis, Illinois, when a semitruck carrying a toxic substance overturned, resulting in multiple fatalities and the release of a dangerous chemical cloud. The incident prompted the evacuation of area residents as emergency responders worked to contain the hazardous material. Firefighters, police, and hazmat specialists were on the … Read more
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In a tragic incident in central Illinois, a tanker truck carrying caustic anhydrous ammonia was involved in a fatal crash that resulted in the deaths of five people. The crash occurred near the small community of Teutoplis, about 110 miles northeast of St. Louis, and led to an evacuation of the area. … Read more
PLAINFIELD, Ill. — A 52-year-old man from Plainfield, Illinois, is facing multiple charges following a violent attack against his girlfriend, according to the Joliet police. Jonah Madia has been charged with domestic battery, unlawful use of a weapon by a felon, possession of explosives, and other offenses. The charges stem from an incident on Friday … Read more
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — An investigation is underway after a tragic tanker truck crash in central Illinois claimed the lives of five individuals. The crash occurred when the tanker truck, carrying caustic anhydrous ammonia, jackknifed and struck a utility trailer parked just off the highway. The resulting impact punctured a hole in the chemical container, … Read more
TEUTOPOLIS, Ill. — An overturned semitruck carrying a toxic substance in Illinois caused a hazardous situation, prompting the evacuation of local residents and resulting in “multiple fatalities,” according to authorities. Emergency responders, including firefighters, police, and hazmat specialists, rushed to the scene near Teutopolis late Sept. 29 and worked to contain the cloud of anhydrous … Read more
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — Federal regulators are conducting an investigation into a crash involving a semitruck carrying a toxic substance in central Illinois. The accident resulted in “multiple fatalities” and prompted the evacuation of area residents due to dangerous air conditions. The crash occurred near Teutopolis, and the National Transportation Safety Board is on the … Read more
Teutopolis, Illinois – A tragic accident occurred on Friday night, resulting in the deaths of five individuals and causing the evacuation of hundreds of residents due to a hazardous chemical leak. The incident involved a semitruck carrying caustic anhydrous ammonia, which overturned and spilled more than half of its 7,500-gallon load. Effingham County Coroner Kim … Read more
Tuetopolis, Illinois – Federal officials are currently investigating a serious incident involving a semi-truck carrying a harmful substance that resulted in multiple fatalities and the evacuation of residents in central Illinois. The National Transportation Safety Board is looking into the crash, which led to the release of a dangerous cloud of anhydrous ammonia after the … Read more