UPDATE: The site has now been cleared of material between Aurora and Brewers.
Marshall County 911 reports a 10- to 12-mile long oil slick along KY 402 running from
just west of Aurora continuing westward through Hardin and Brewers and on to the
Marshall-Graves County line.
Early indications are a fuel truck may have a leaking line that spread diesel fuel
along the westbound lanes of KY 402.
The spill has created hazardous driving conditions, particularly along the westbound
lanes of KY 402. While the spill is primarily along the westbound lanes it is
likely highway traffic has splattered some of the spill over onto the eastbound
lanes.
Motorists are advised to avoid travel along KY 402 between Aurora, Hardin and
Brewers. Those who live along this section of KY 402 in Marshall County who have to
venture out should use extreme caution. The spill extends through the KY 402
intersection with US 641 at Hardin.
Area fire departments, rescue squad personnel, and Kentucky Transportation Cabinet
personnel are responding in an attempt to improve driving conditions. However, it
may take several hours to treat the entire roadway.
Estimated duration is three to four hours.
Motorists may self-detour via KY 80 or KY 408 and KY 58.