Crime & Safety
Tanker Truck Explodes, Bursts Into Flames On LI: FD
Firefighters extinguished a blaze that fully engulfed a tanker truck that exploded early Tuesday morning.
DEER PARK, NY — A gas tanker truck exploded and burst into flames on early Tuesday morning, Deer Park firefighters told Patch.
According to police, a 911 call reported the truck engulfed in flames at 273 Skidmore Road around 2:25 a.m.
Firefighters said that under the command of First Assistant Chief Ken Rios, crews "managed the situation effectively."
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"The tanker was fully engulfed in flames, with the rear of the vehicle severely damaged and debris spread over the area," a firefighter told Patch. "Thanks to the quick actions of the crews of 1-4-6 and 1-4-11 and the dedication of our volunteers, the incident was brought under control, ensuring the safety of our community."
Numerous Deer Park residents reported being woken up by a loud "boom" when the truck exploded.
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Police said Arson Squad detectives determined the cause of the fire to be non-criminal and no injuries were injuries were reported.
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