The eastbound lanes of Pulaski Highway near 66th Street in the Rosedale area of Baltimore County were the scene of a multi-vehicle crash on Tuesday afternoon. The crash involved a tractor-trailer, a tow truck, an SUV, and a Maryland Transit Administration Mobility bus. Firefighters and rescue crews were called to the scene to rescue people trapped inside the vehicles. As a result of the crash, as many as four people suffered serious injuries and were taken to hospitals for treatment. Hazardous materials crews and the Maryland Department of the Environment were called in to address diesel fuel leaking from one of the trucks involved.
The crash caused significant traffic delays and clean-up efforts on Pulaski Highway, with the Baltimore County Police Department warning motorists to expect delays during their afternoon commute. Video footage from SkyTeam 11, Baltimore’s news helicopter, showed the extent of the crash and the efforts of emergency responders to rescue those trapped in the vehicles. The aftermath of the crash required a coordinated response from multiple agencies to address the hazardous materials and ensure the safety of the injured occupants and other motorists in the area. The report concluded with a note that it would be updated as more information became available about the incident.