1 Call, 2 MVAs shut down I-70 Both Ways

Recently, the National Trail Fire Department on-duty crew along with six volunteers had multiple runs on I-70 at the 139 milemarker. Initially units were called to the 139 mm westbound for an MVA. Upon arrival of Medic 831, a semi was found on its side covering both westbound lanes. Approximately 75 gallons of diesel fuel was leaking from a hole punctured into one fuel tank. With Rescue 831 on scene crews did their best to contain the fuel spill in the rain, keeping it fr om spreading and entering a waterway. The Licking County HazMat Team was cal led to assist. While crews were still on scene attempting to uprigh t the semi, a three-car accident occurred across from the accident in the e astbound lanes, shutting I-70 down completely. The incident involved a flatbed semi and two small SUVs. Crews on scene of the first accident a cted fast and rushed to assist patients in the two SUVs. Auto extrication began promptly on one SUVto gain access to the patients. Three patients were transported to the hospital all in non-critical c ondition. Assistance came from Hopewell Township, Licking Township, Newark Division of Fire, Hanover, Thorn Township Fire and EMS, Jaes Towing and Recovery and the Licking County HazMat Team.

- Photos courtesy of National Trail FD