ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – A single-vehicle crash in Orange County caused a large fuel leak on Tuesday afternoon, according to fire officials.
Orange County Fire Rescue said the crash with “light entrapment” happened in the 8100 block of Apopka Blvd.
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About 25 gallons of fuel spilled, but none made its way into any waterways, officials said.
According to a news release, a patient was extracted and taken to a local hospital for treatment.
The fuel leak has been capped by crews on the scene, officials said.
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#AutoAX 8100 block of Apopka Blvd: Single vehicle accident with light entrapment involving a fuel tank. About 25 gallons of fuel leaked out but none leaked into water way. The fuel leak has been capped by crews. Patient extricated and transported to ORMC as a Trauma Yellow. pic.twitter.com/OFVfzimAf7
— OCFire Rescue (@OCFireRescue) October 3, 2023
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