Overturned semi leaks diesel, chlorine tablets near Fort Valley, Fort Valley GA
Fire & ArsonAn overturned semi-truck near Fort Valley, loaded with chlorine tablets, leaks diesel fuel while the uninjured driver refuses EMS amid response efforts.
Audio|Source: Peach County Fire
02:41
Transcript:
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Central at EMS North County Fire Station 2, EMS North County Fire Station 2, reports accident, unknown injuries.
00:20
This incident is at the intersection of Highway 96 and 49 Connector.
00:26
Company reports an overturned semi-truck.
00:34
Engine 3 en route.
00:38
Engine 3 en route, status confirmed.
00:54
We have the semi-truck driver on the line.
00:56
They are located at the 9649 connector intersection.
01:01
Driver reports the truck was loaded with chlorine tablets and diesel is leaking from the vehicle.
01:13
Truck is leaking chlorine tablets.
01:24
Dispatcher advises no chlorine gas is leaking, but diesel is leaking at this time.
01:30
Checking traffic conditions.
01:32
Please stand by.
01:34
Central from engine 3.
01:41
Engine 3, go ahead.
01:44
Let's find out the load weight.
01:48
Is it liquid chlorine or chlorine tablets for pools?
01:53
Acknowledged.
02:00
Central to engine 3.
02:08
Truck is loaded with chlorine tablets for pools.
02:12
The truck weighs about 44,000 pounds.
02:15
Okay.
02:18
Understood.
02:22
Go ahead and report, engine 3.
02:23
Copy, engine 3.
02:31
Driver is not entrapped, able to exit the vehicle.
02:36
Driver is uninjured and refused EMS.
02:39
Awaiting police department arrival.
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Location mentioned:
GA-49 & SR 96, Fort Valley, GA 31030
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