Marquis Allen Burned in Turnpike Truck Fire in Palm Beach, Florida
Marquis Allen was burned in a truck accident that happened on the Turnpike near Palm Beach, Florida. According to news reports, a dump truck and a semi-tractor trailer collided and then caught fire. The fire was so intense that it has caused severe damage to the roadway requiring new paving before it can be reopened. Officials expect the repairs to be completed by late this afternoon. By the time fire rescue arrived on scene around 4:47 this morning, both the semi and the dump truck were engulfed in fire. (Photo courtesy of Freddy Sarabia www.rainmantravel.com and Sun-Sentinel)
Fortunately, both drivers were able to escape the fire without losing their lives. According to one eye witness who called 911, one of the truck drivers was seen leaping from his vehicle while his legs were on fire. This person was likely Marquis Allen. The other driver was seen using a fire extinguisher to fight the blaze.
According to news reports, Marquis Allen sustained third degree burns to at least 50% of his body. As a result, he has been sent to the Burn Unit at Jackson Memorial Hospital. The other driver sustained only minor injuries.
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