Semi-Truck Carrying Hydrated Lime Crashes on State Route 89, Firefighter Treated for Exposure
A semi-truck carrying hydrated lime crashed in Chino Valley, Arizona, on State Route 89. A firefighter was treated at a hospital and released after being exposed to the hazardous substance.
Phoenix, AZ, November 7, 2026 — A traffic incident occurred in Chino Valley, Arizona, involving a semi-truck carrying a hazardous substance. The vehicle, which was transporting hydrated lime, overturned on State Route 89.
Emergency responders were dispatched to the scene following the crash. Hydrated lime, also known as calcium hydroxide, is a chemical compound that can cause irritation or burns upon contact with skin, eyes, or respiratory passages, especially when inhaled as dust or fine particles.
During the response efforts, at least one firefighter sustained exposure to the hydrated lime. The individual was transported to a local hospital for medical evaluation and treatment. The firefighter was subsequently released from the hospital after receiving care for the exposure.
The full extent of any environmental impact or additional injuries beyond the firefighter’s exposure was not immediately detailed. Information regarding the cause of the crash or the condition of the truck driver was not provided in the available summary.
Authorities have not released further details regarding the timeline of the incident, the specific location of the crash on State Route 89, or any road closures that may have resulted from the event. The status of the cleanup operation for the spilled hydrated lime also remains unspecified.
The incident highlights the risks associated with transporting hazardous materials and the critical role of emergency personnel in responding to such events. Further information is expected as the investigation into the cause of the crash progresses.
Story summarized from the original created by Brian Petersheim on www.azfamily.com, see more information here.
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