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TG Service Tanker Rollover

Location
Near milepost 179 on the Parks Highway
Time/Date
The incident was reported by State Troopers to ADEC at 8:00 A.M. on August 18, 2008 as occurring just prior to 8:00 AM.
Spill Id
08229923102
Product/ Quantity
Potential for 9,000 gallons of liquefied methane and 150 gallons of diesel fuel. Exact amounts are still being determined.
Cause
A tanker-truck carrying refrigerated methane rolled over and began venting due to increased pressure. Saddle tanks carrying diesel were also compromised and leaked diesel. The cause of the accident is unknown at this time and is under investigation.

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