300-Gallon Diesel & Oil Spill Cleanup After Multi-Vehicle Crash in Columbia, TN | Enviro Medics
On September 30, 2025, Enviro Medics LLC was dispatched to a significant commercial vehicle accident in Columbia, Tennessee Columbia involving a semi-truck and a dump truck hauling special waste. The collision resulted in a large release of diesel fuel and motor oil, creating an urgent environmental hazard and impacting interstate traffic for several hours.
Our Emergency Spill Response Team mobilized immediately to secure the scene, control hazards, and begin spill containment.
Rapid Containment of a 300-Gallon Fuel & Oil Spill
Upon arrival, our technicians identified extensive damage to both vehicles and an active spill estimated at approximately 300 gallons. Fast action was essential to prevent the diesel and oil from entering storm drains, drainage ditches, or surrounding soil.
Our team deployed:
Absorbents and containment lines
Protective barriers
Runoff and storm drain protection
Hazard isolation for traffic and partner agencies
These steps allowed us to quickly stabilize the area and reduce potential environmental and public safety impacts.
Fuel Transfer Operations & Recovery Support
Because both trucks were heavily damaged, our responders worked hand-in-hand with local towing companies to perform safe fuel transfer (pump-off) operations. We:
Pumped diesel from the semi-truck saddle tanks
Pumped product from the dump truck’s tanks
Prevented further leaks during vehicle movement
Maintained spill containment throughout the recovery process
This close coordination ensured that debris removal and vehicle recovery occurred efficiently, safely, and with minimal roadway downtime.
On-Scene Cleanup & Hazard Mitigation
After containment, Enviro Medics completed:
Removal of contaminated soil
Collection and disposal of saturated absorbent materials
Cleanup of roadway debris
Stabilization of the travel lanes for safe reopening
Once the roadway was cleared, we coordinated a scheduled return visit to complete the final environmental cleanup.
Full Soil Remediation & Environmental Protection
During the follow-up operation, our crew:
Excavated diesel-contaminated and oil-impacted soil
Removed and properly disposed of all affected materials
Restored the area to fully compliant environmental standards
This multi-stage remediation ensured long-term protection of the surrounding land and infrastructure.
Specialized Hazmat Response Capabilities
This incident highlights Enviro Medics LLC’s expertise in:
Fuel and oil spill cleanup
Hazardous materials response
Fuel transfer & pump-off operations
Contaminated soil excavation
Emergency roadway cleanup
Large-scale commercial vehicle accident response
Our responders maintain HAZWOPER and DOT certifications, bringing decades of combined experience to every scene.
Your Trusted 24/7 Spill Response Partner in Columbia, TN and Beyond
Enviro Medics LLC proudly supports transportation partners, municipalities, state agencies, and private companies with reliable 24/7 emergency spill response across Tennessee, Alabama, and Kentucky.
Whether you’re facing a:
High-volume diesel spill
Multi-vehicle accident
Chemical release
Environmental remediation project
Enviro Medics has the equipment, experience, and expertise to respond quickly and professionally.
Contact Enviro Medics LLC today for fast, dependable hazmat cleanup and environmental remediation services across TN, AL & KY.