Diesel spill - Kings Hill
Published: 07 Sep 2020 12:10pm
Just after 12pm today Fire and Rescue NSW were alerted via Triple Zero (000) that a truck was leaking fuel, adjacent to Grahamstown Dam on the Pacific Highway, Kings Hill.
Crews from Raymond Terrace Fire Station arrived on scene to find a truck on the side of the road leaking diesel fuel. The driver had attempted to stem the flow of fuel but was unsuccessful.
Firefighters are currently working to clean up the fuel which is on approximately 300m of roadway, and render the area safe. No diesel has leaked into any drains or waterways.
The Rural Fire Service and NSW Police are also in attendance to assist and divert traffic. Please exercise caution if you are driving through the area.
Updated: 12 Apr 2022 03:45pm
Details about this incident may change and should not be used as emergency information and/or advice.
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