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A fiery crash involving a gas tanker on I-95 in Connecticut led to a bridge closure, traffic chaos, and school closures. The incident caused a massive explosion, necessitating the demolition of the damaged bridge and increased train services to mitigate the impact.

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A fiery crash involving a tanker truck carrying gasoline led to the closure of Interstate 95 in Norwalk, Connecticut. The incident, which occurred on a bridge, resulted in a massive fire, forcing authorities to shut down the highway in both directions. Due to the severe damage caused by the blaze, the decision was made to demolish the bridge as a safety measure [1,2,3,4,5,6,7].

The closure of this major highway had a significant impact on traffic flow and caused extensive delays in the region, prompting authorities to implement various measures to alleviate congestion. The governor announced that schools would be closed due to the ongoing traffic situation, and additional transportation services, such as increased train services on the Metro-North New Haven Line, were arranged to help commuters [1,2,8,9].

Video footage of the dramatic flames from the crash circulated widely, showcasing the intensity of the fire and the subsequent need for bridge removal. This incident marked the second time in the year that this section of Interstate 95 faced closure due to a significant event [6,20].

In response to the situation, workers moved swiftly to begin the demolition of the damaged bridge, but the closure of the highway was anticipated to last for several days, causing inconvenience to drivers and residents alike. The fiery crash created a chaotic scene, underscoring the dangers posed by such accidents involving hazardous materials [10,11,12].

The incident stirred shock and concern among eyewitnesses and the broader community, provoking discussions about the safety of transportation infrastructure and the need for preventive measures to avoid similar tragedies in the future [13,14,26].

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Thread Age 16 days

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Traffic snarled as workers begin removing I-95 overpass scorched in Connecticut fuel truck inferno

postgazettecom - 15 days ago - A day after the crash, crews removed metal fencing on the span in Norwalk before two large excavators — one on each side of the highway — began demolishing the concrete parts of the structure.

Gas Tanker Crash Leads to Fiery Explosion on I-95 in Connecticut — Here's What Happens Next

People - 15 days ago - A part of Interstate 95 in Connecticut will remain shut down at least through this weekend following a gas tanker crash that caused a fire to erupt and damaged an overpass on Thursday, May 2.

I-95 bridge demolition starts after tanker explosion; traffic to remain affected until Monday, schools closed

Hindustan Times - 15 days ago - Massive traffic disruptions in Norwalk after a tanker crash on I-95 leads to emergency demolition and school closures

I-95 Traffic Snarled as Workers Remove Scorched Connecticut Overpass

NewsMax - 15 days ago - Workers on Friday began removing a bridge over a Connecticut highway that was damaged in a fiery crash involving a gasoline tanker truck - a project expected to keep both sides of Interstate 95 closed through the weekend and extend a traffic nightmare on the major artery...

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Traffic snarled as workers begin removing I-95 overpass scorched in Connecticut fuel truck inferno

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I-95 Traffic Snarled as Workers Remove Scorched Connecticut Overpass

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