Dr. Hook recently responded on scene where our Emergency Spill Response Services were needed. The incident involved a 4 vehicle collision on Hwy #59 and Bray Road in East St. Paul, Manitoba. The vehicles were severely damaged. The fuel spills from the vehicles covered a significant area as a result of the high speed impact. We arrived promptly with 4 tow units and 1 spill response unit. The cleanup process involved seven Dr. Hook crew members and took a total of 4.5 hours.
When fuel starts spilling from a vehicle, it causes a dangerous situation. Since fuel oil is combustible, immediate action is required because a fire could spread to the vehicles involved in the spill, surrounding traffic and buildings or structures nearby. Another danger is that the spill can make the roads slippery creating unsafe road conditions. Not to mention the health hazards that can result from spills.
The first course of action is to stop the spill as soon as possible. Next, spills need to be contained, cleaned and disposed. The Dr. Hook Spill Response Team has the ability to manage your spilled fluids safely, correctly and cost efficiently. Our service includes your hazardous material spill of diesel fuel, jet fuel, hydraulic oils, antifreeze, hydrocarbons and battery acid.
Spills are the number one fear of truck drivers. Owner operators, make Dr. Hook Towing part of your spill contingency plan. For spills on the road or at your facility, regardless of size, contact us at 1-800-561-4665 or (204) 956-4665. Our Emergency Spill Response Unit is available 24 hours a day and will be promptly dispatched to your spill incident scene.