One person injured after box truck crashes into trees, spills diesel fuel in roosevelt borough

Box truck crash in Roosevelt Borough sends one to trauma center, sparks hazmat response

ROOSEVELT, N.J. – A late-afternoon crash involving a box truck and multiple trees in Roosevelt Borough left one person injured and triggered a hazardous materials response as crews worked to contain a diesel fuel spill. Emergency units were dispatched to Nurko Road at approximately 4:40 p.m., where initial reports indicated a possible entrapment.

Responding crews arrived to find the truck off the roadway after striking several trees, though the occupant was no longer trapped upon their arrival. Firefighters and EMS personnel assessed the scene and began medical care while stabilizing the vehicle and surrounding area.

Photo: one person injured after box truck crashes into trees, spills diesel fuel in roosevelt borough

The injured occupant was transported by ambulance to a regional trauma center. Officials did not release the severity of injuries.

Hazmat response to diesel spill

Personnel remained on scene for roughly two and a half hours as crews worked to contain and mitigate a diesel fuel spill caused by the crash. The response included coordination with the Monmouth County Health Department Hazmat Team to address environmental concerns and prevent further spread.

Key Points

Box truck struck multiple trees on Nurko Road around 4:40 p.m.
One occupant transported to a regional trauma center
Diesel fuel spill required hazmat response and 2.5-hour operation

Fire department units including the chief, squad, brush truck, and ambulance were assigned to the incident. Crews cleared the scene after completing mitigation efforts and ensuring the roadway was safe for reopening.

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