Tanker Overturns on Jesse James Farm Road

*** UPDATE *** From the Clay County, Missouri Sheriff's Office, 8/05/2025: Jesse James Farm Road remains closed from 132nd to 138th streets and likely will stay closed the rest of the week while clean up continues. More than 5,000 gallons of gasoline leaked. In the preliminary investigation, the driver of the semi truck stated the road was narrow, and he tried to move over for an oncoming vehicle, causing the truck's wheels to go off the roadway, leading to it overturning.

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A semi-truck hauling gasoline overturned about 1 pm on Monday, August 4, just outside of Kearney, The incident which happened on Jesse James Farm Road at NE 138th Street, prompted an emergency response and the closure of a significant stretch of roadway.

Emergency crews responded promptly as the overturned tanker began leaking gasoline. The Kearney Fire & Rescue Protection District arrived on the scene to initiate a hazardous materials response, aiming to contain the spill and mitigate environmental impacts.

Authorities quickly closed Jesse James Farm Road between 132nd and 138th Streets to ensure public safety and allow crews to work unimpeded. Road crews have since placed barricades, and officials advised that this section of the roadway will remain closed overnight, with clean-up operations expected to continue through tomorrow.

Clean-up crews are working diligently to address the gasoline leak and prevent potential environmental damage. The Missouri Department of Natural Resources has joined the efforts, alongside the Kansas City Missouri Fire Department, providing expertise and support for the hazardous materials response.

Officials have indicated that the hazardous conditions and the complexity of the clean-up will require extended closure of Jesse James Farm Road between 132nd and 138th Streets. As of a 4:10 pm update, barricades remain in place, and environmental crews expect to continue their work well into tomorrow.

The quick response of local and regional agencies ensured that no residents or responders were harmed during the initial rollover or subsequent leak. The cooperation between Kearney Fire & Rescue Protection District, Kansas City Missouri Fire Department, and the Missouri Department of Natural Resources has been crucial in managing the situation safely.

Officials urge motorists to avoid the affected area and seek alternate routes until further notice. The public will be updated as soon as the roadway is deemed safe for reopening.

Authorities will provide ongoing updates regarding the clean-up progress and when Jesse James Farm Road will be reopened for traffic. Residents and commuters are encouraged to stay tuned for further information.

KPGZ News – Brian Watts contributed to this story.