Traffic Disruptions from Diesel Spills, Fuel Spills Close Major Highways

Multiple major highways across the United States experienced closures due to fuel or diesel spills and related incidents. In Long Beach, California, all northbound lanes of the 710 Freeway were shut early Thursday following a diesel spill, with traffic diverted to Del Amo Boulevard and cleanup operations involving the transfer of diesel between trucks. Meanwhile, in Meriden, Connecticut, a crash on Interstate 91 south led to a fuel spill and ramp closure near Exit 18, though no injuries were reported and emergency and environmental crews responded to the scene. In Syracuse, New York, all westbound lanes of I-690 at Exit 11 were closed due to a fuel spill, prompting drivers to seek alternate routes. These incidents have caused significant traffic delays and detours as authorities manage cleanup and investigations.