An oil tank fire on Cole Creek Road Tuesday morning was a double downer, as a Natrona County Fire District engine en route to the scene was hit by a tow truck.
The engine was struck at an intersection along the Yellowstone Highway, though no injuries were reported, reports oilcity.news.
A press release regarding the fire states:
“Coal Creek Oil Tank Fire
“July 12, 2022, Shortly before 9:00am, Evansville Fire & EMS along with Natrona County Fire Protection District units were dispatched to the end of Coal Creek Road for the report of an oil tank on fire. While en route, units saw a column of heavy black smoke and requested additional engines for water supply. Due to the location, Converse County Fire Department resources were also requested. Upon arrival, crews found an oil tank fully involved with fire, and noted the location to actually be in Converse County. Engine 12 immediately began hazardous materials fire suppression tactics while Brush 12 monitored the area for extension of the fire into the surrounding grasslands.
“Due to the stable atmosphere of the morning and large amount of smoke being produced, smoke could be seen as far away as Paradise Valley in Casper, prompting many calls into Casper Public Safety Communications Center.
“In all, Evansville Fire Department responded with two structural engines, one brush truck, and a Chief officer. Additional resources from Natrona County Fire Protection District, Bureau of Land Management, Converse County Fire Department, Natrona County Sheriffs Office, Converse County Memorial Hospital, Wyoming Life Flight and many others responded. The success of this incident is a a true testament to the interoperability of agencies within Wyoming.
“Due to the location of the fire, for additional inquiries please contact Converse County Fire Department.”
