Diesel spill following traffic collision, Colorado Springs firefighters respond
The Colorado Springs Fire Department is on the scene of a traffic collision where a diesel tank from a truck was punctured and leaking into the street.
The crash occurred near Las Animas Street and Wahsatch Avenue.
The fire department estimates the tank to be about 100 gallons and roughly 50 gallons have spilled. Storm water is responding to assess, according to fire personnel.
Both Las Animas Street and Wahsatch Avenue are closed at this time. The department is asking the community to avoid the area.