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Release ID
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17714 |
Release Date/Time
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8/10/2026 7:00:00 PM |
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Extremely Hazardous
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NO |
Report Date/Time
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8/10/2026 10:24:00 PM |
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Release Location
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Biden Welcome Center
530 JFK Memorial Hwy
Newark DE 19702
South Bound Entrance Ramp Approximately 1/4 Mile up the ramp on the side concrete lined ditch area |
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Facility ID & Name
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6005 Western Lehigh Transport LLC |
Facility Address
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7127 Ruppsville Road
Allentown , DE 18106 |
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Substance Released
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FUEL OIL, [DIESEL] |
Release Duration
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At Least 5 minutes |
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Estimated Quantity
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Less Than 70.00 Gallons |
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Released To
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Additional Information
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On 8/10/2026 at approximately 1900 hours Western Lehigh Transport LLC's tractor trailer had a fuel tank rupture. The rupture occurred on the South Bound Entrance Ramp approximately 1/4 Mile up the ramp on the side concrete lined ditch area of the Biden Welcome Center. The Welcome Center is located at 530 JFK Memorial Hwy, Newark DE 19702. Approximately 70 gallons of fuel oil diesel, entered the concrete lined ditch area. An unknown amount fuel oil diesel entered a storm water drain at the end of the concrete lined ditch area approximately 3/4 of a mile from the rupture location. |
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Health Risks: (Information provided here may be from the Cameo Chemical database and may or may
not pertain to this specific release. It is provided as a precaution only.)
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FUEL OIL, [DIESEL]
The following chemical information was taken from the CAMEO Chemical database.
LIQUID: Irritating to skin and eyes. Harmful if swallowed. (USCG, 1999) |
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Medical Attention: (Information provided here may be from the Cameo Chemical database and may or may
not pertain to this specific release. It is provided as a precaution only.)
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FUEL OIL, [DIESEL]
The following chemical information was taken from the CAMEO Chemical database.
EYES: First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center. Do not put any ointments, oils, or medication in the victim's eyes without specific instructions from a physician. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim after flushing eyes to a hospital even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop.
SKIN: IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water. If symptoms such as redness or irritation develop, IMMEDIATELY call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital for treatment.
INHALATION: IMMEDIATELY leave the contaminated area; take deep breaths of fresh air. If symptoms (such as wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, or burning in the mouth, throat, or chest) develop, call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital. Provide proper respiratory protection to rescuers entering an unknown atmosphere. Whenever possible, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) should be used; if not available, use a level of protection greater than or equal to that advised under Protective Clothing.
INGESTION: DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. If the victim is conscious and not convulsing, give 1 or 2 glasses of water to dilute the chemical and IMMEDIATELY call a hospital or poison control center. Be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital if advised by a physician. If the victim is convulsing or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth, ensure that the victim's airway is open and lay the victim on his/her side with the head lower than the body. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim to a hospital. (NTP, 1992) |
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Precautions Recommended
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None |
Public Notified?
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NO |
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Facility Contact Name:
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Jake Longenbach |
Facility Contact Phone:
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610-704-5272 |
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Facility Contact Email:
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jlongenbach@westernlehighservices.com |
Status
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Final
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