Fuel spill on Gowanus Expressway closes lanes
A fuel spill from a truck closed westbound lanes on the Gowanus Expressway near the intersection of the Prospect Expressway early Monday afternoon.
According to NYPD and FDNY spokespersons, the accident was called in around 1:30 p.m. As of 3 p.m., three westbound lanes were closed, while one was still open.
The Fire Department sent Hazmat (hazardous materials) trucks and other units to clean up the scene, the FDNY spokesperson said.
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