In June 2023, a tanker truck fire caused a catastrophic collapse of a section of Interstate 95 in Philadelphia—one of the busiest travel corridors on the East Coast. This session offers a comprehensive review of the incident, focusing on the emergency response, multi-agency coordination, and rapid infrastructure restoration efforts that followed.
Attendees will gain insights into how emergency management, transportation agencies, fire services, and law enforcement came together to manage traffic disruption, public communication, and responder safety in a high-pressure, high-visibility environment. The session will also explore lessons learned that can be applied to future infrastructure emergencies, emphasizing preparedness, interagency collaboration, and continuity of operations.
Ideal for emergency managers, transportation officials, public safety personnel, and public works professionals.