*UPDATE: 2684 E 8th St* This was a tandem-tanker fuel truck apparently attempting to enter SB 5 (Golden State) Freeway at 8th St onramp; Rear tanker, est 4800 gallons *capacity* (containing unspecified type fuel) caught fire after overturning; No injury; Fire damaged at least 1 home and 1 vehicle, extent of damage TBD; Bulk of visible fire controlled; Cooling measures continue on tanker to avoid failure of aluminum tank that may still contain (unk quantity) product; Working with regional, state and federal environmental authorities; Extended cleanup, investigation and utility work will keep local street and onramp closed today; PIO Sanders on site to assist; NFD (No Further Details) - Brian Humphrey###
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