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A truck carrying flammable chemicals crashed and exploded on Route 3 in Clifton, NJ, killing the driver and forcing evacuations.
A chemical-laden truck exploded on Route 3 in Clifton, NJ, leaving one dead and shutting down the highway. Here's what happened:
A commuter bus rear-ended the truck, sending it into a retaining wall. Then, boom! Cellphone video clips captured the chaos:
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Environmental Impact
The trucking company confirmed the cargo was flammable and corrosive, but non-toxic. Still, locals are worried:
"I'm an asthmatic... I've been wheezy ever since. It was a heavy smell, an acrid smell that permeated the air," said Dr. Wayne Gangi.
What's Next?
As the clean-up continues, Route 3 reopened Tuesday while the investigation into the crash is still ongoing. The crash highlights the dangers of transporting hazardous materials on busy highways. We at FreightCaviar are sending well wishes to all parties affected by this incident.
Saia shares have had an incredibly challenging past week, dropping 33% after missing earnings, down $117 from its high at $354.15, now trading at $237.95.
Today we sat down with Karolina Plecha, a truck driver living in Norway. She shares insights on life on the road, the future of electric vehicles, and what she does to prepare for unpredictable weather conditions.
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Nikola Corporation, once valued at $30 billion and hailed as the future of EV trucking, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The company’s stock plummeted 40% today, marking a staggering 99% decline from its 2020 peak of $1,977 per share to just $0.45.
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