Columbus, Ohio: Fire Breaks Out Near Easton Way On Ohio State Route 161 | Watch

A large fire broke out in Columbus, Ohio, on Sunday afternoon, sending towering plumes of thick black smoke into the sky near Easton Way along Ohio State Route 161. Visuals shared on social media captured the intensity of the blaze, drawing widespread attention from local residents and commuters. Eyewitnesses on social media have speculated that the fire may have originated from a tanker truck, though this has not yet been officially confirmed. Emergency responders, including multiple fire crews, were quickly dispatched to the scene and are currently working to bring the situation under control. Local media have reported that the tanker truck was carrying 8,500 gallons of gasoline and exploded at approximately 1:39 PM. The driver of the truck was transported to Riverside Methodist Hospital in Read more