According to police reports, a truck fire on March 16, 2026, around 10:40 a.m. at the Interstate 89 northbound off-ramp in Waterbury resulted in a response from multiple agencies. The operator of the Irving Gas truck attempted to extinguish the flames before the Waterbury Fire Department arrived and successfully contained the fire without further incident.
The Vermont Hazmat team was called to the scene due to the presence of hazardous materials in the truck. The Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles also responded for an investigation into the situation. Fortunately, no injuries or additional hazards were reported as a result of the fire.
Traffic experienced moderate delays in the vicinity of Route 100 and the Interstate 89 off-ramp during the incident, but the roadway has since reopened to normal travel. According to police, the situation was managed effectively, ensuring public safety throughout the event. There are no known ongoing risks associated with this incident.
As the situation may evolve, official reports will provide updates on any further developments or investigations related to the incident.
Source: Vermont State Police press release, view original report. This Vermont truck fire story highlights important developments.
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Source: Vermont State Police
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Last modified: March 16, 2026
