The Nassau County Public Information Office reports the details of a Fire that occurred on Saturday, June 24, 2023, at 5:50 pm in Old Westbury.
According to police, Nassau County Highway Patrol Officers responded to the vicinity of Exit 39 Eastbound on the Long Island Expressway for a 2019 Chevrolet Dump Truck carrying cargo that began to smolder and catch fire.
The Roslyn Fire Department, Hazmat Captain Mennella and NCPD Motor Carrier responded to the fire. The Nassau County Fire Marshall also responded to contain the scene and remove debris.
One firefighter suffered from feeling light-headed and was transported to a local hospital for treatment.
The investigation is ongoing.