More than 20 tons of squid spilled on to Rhode Island highway during traffic accident
Summary
More than 20 tons of squid spilled onto a highway in Rhode Island after a truck carrying them tipped over. The accident caused long traffic delays and a strong smell while crews worked to clean up the squid on a hot day.Key Facts
- The accident happened on a Sunday morning in Narragansett, Rhode Island.
- A tractor-trailer carrying squid failed to make a turn and fell on its side.
- Over 20 tons of squid fell onto the road.
- The road was closed from about 9:30 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. due to the spill and cleanup.
- Temperatures were above 80°F (27°C) during the cleanup.
- Fire department and cleanup crews used machines to remove the squid remains.
- The truck’s driver and passenger were not hurt.
- The driver was cited for not securing the load properly.
- Rhode Island is an important area for the squid fishing industry.
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