A propane tanker overturned on Endicott Street in Danvers, Massachusetts, near Route 128, injuring the driver and prompting a large emergency response on the morning of January 12. The 18-wheel vehicle rolled over, damaging a traffic signal and causing significant traffic delays during the morning commute.

Firefighters arrived quickly and assisted the conscious driver, who was taken to a nearby medical facility with injuries reported as non-life-threatening. Emergency crews secured the area and confirmed that no propane leak occurred, averting the risk of an explosion.

The incident led to extended road closures while crews worked to clear the overturned tanker and assess the damage to infrastructure. Traffic was rerouted, and officials urged commuters to use alternate routes until the roadway was fully reopened.

Authorities are investigating the cause of the rollover, though early reports suggest it may have been related to road conditions or vehicle handling. No other vehicles were reported involved in the incident, and no evacuation of nearby residents was required due to the absence of a propane spill.

The rapid response of Danvers fire and emergency services ensured that the situation remained contained, preventing what could have been a much more serious hazard given the tanker’s load of flammable material.