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Hazmat Response: Hydrochloric Acid Leak from FedEx Semi on I-25 Southbound Ramp

Source: Adams County Fire and EMS
I-25, Thornton, CO, USA
Summary: A hazardous materials incident occurred on the southbound ramp from West 84th Avenue to I-25 in Adams County, Colorado. A FedEx semi-trailer was found to be leaking hydrochloric acid, with the spill reportedly confined to the trailer. Emergency services, including multiple fire engines, medic units, and hazmat teams, responded to the scene. The driver was not reported to be ill and took steps to disconnect the truck from the trailer. The southbound ramp was shut down for safety, and additional resources were requested to manage the chemical spill and traffic control. The incident required coordination among fire, EMS, and police units, with ongoing monitoring and containment of the leak.
  1. Containment and Monitoring
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  2. Ongoing Response and Escalation
    02:32

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  3. Traffic and Scene Management
    04:44

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  4. Hazard Assessment and Containment
    00:27

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  5. Incident Confirmation and Initial Actions
    00:21

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  6. Initial Dispatch and Location Identification
    00:19

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