A dramatic collision between two vehicles occurred in Toronto’s picturesque Harbourfront area over the weekend, resulting in a fuel spill and causing one individual to be rushed to the hospital on Saturday night.
The incident unfolded near the intersection of York Street and Queens Quay just before 9:00 p.m., involving a collision between a large truck and an SUV, as confirmed by local authorities.
Emergency services swiftly responded to the scene, with paramedics attending to a man who sustained serious injuries in the crash. He was promptly taken to a nearby hospital for urgent medical care.
Following the collision, authorities have taken steps to address the fuel spill, alerting both the Ministry of Environment and Toronto Water to the situation. The spill has been contained, and efforts are underway to clean up the affected area.
As a result of the collision and subsequent spill, road closures are currently in place along Queens Quay West between Lower Simcoe Street and York Street, impacting traffic flow in the vicinity.