Login  /  Register  | 3 premium articles left before you must register.
Join | Rewards | Advertise

Diesel fuel spill closes Route 117 in Ledyard for hours

By Izaskun E. Larrañeta

Publication: theday.com

Published 10/10/2012 12:00 AM
Updated 10/11/2012 06:59 PM

Ledyard — Route 117 in the area of Sandy Hollow Road and Lake Street was reopened Wednesday evening after a tractor-trailer spilling diesel fuel closed the road for several hours.

The saddle tanks of an 18-wheeler were damaged, spilling about 200 gallons of fuel. The spill was just north of Sandy Hollow Road.

Ledyard, Gales Ferry and Old Mystic fire departments responded to the scene. The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection and the Submarine Base Hazmat team also responded.

Sand trucks were also called in to help make the roadway less slick.

Also of Interest

Town News

Visit Zip06
what is zip06? | my profile
Submit Your:  Submit Your News Submit Your Photos Submit Your Events

MORE
Most Recent Poll
Mitt Romney and other conservatives have called for the end of government subsidies to public broadcasting. Do you think tax dollars should go to PBS and NPR?
Yes, it's a public service that enriches our lives and deepens our understanding of issues.
19%
Yes, it's a minuscule fraction of our budget. This is a silly conservative talking point, not a real issue.
27%
No, my tax dollars shouldn't go to paying the salaries of liberals at NPR and PBS.
18%
No, I love public broadcasting but I think these organizations are capable of supporting themselves.
36%
Number of votes: 1184

Have you spotted a celebrity?

Have you ever spotted any celebrities around the region? Tell us who, where and when via email to tips@theday.com. Include photos if possible.

MORE QUERIES

Popular on theday.com