Fiery Truck Explosion on Route 3 Destroys Sound Barrier, Damages Homes, and Disrupts Local Water Supply in Clifton
CLIFTON, N.J. — A dramatic explosion involving a tractor-trailer on Monday morning led to the destruction of a sound barrier wall along Route 3, while also damaging nearby residential property and causing localized water supply issues. The incident forced authorities to shut down portions of Route 3 near the intersection with Route 46 and over Valley Road, creating significant traffic disruptions through midday. The truck, which caught fire around 9 a.m., was severely damaged and …