Two municipalities in the province of Soria, specifically Montuenga de Soria and Aguilar de Montuenga, were placed under preventive confinement due to a truck fire that occurred during the early hours of Saturday. The incident involved a chemical-laden articulated truck that caught fire on the A-2 motorway after a collision with a car, which resulted in significant traffic disruptions as the highway was closed. This action was taken to ensure the safety of residents in the area, given the nature of the substances involved.

The Castilla y León regional government responded swiftly by activating Level 1 of the Special Hazardous Materials Plan at approximately 3:20 AM. This decision was made following the accident reported around 12:15 AM. The collision injured the driver of the car severely while the truck driver sustained minor injuries. The hazardous materials on the truck included various chemical classes (3, 5, 8, and 9), all of which were completely engulfed in flames, raising concerns about potential toxic exposure for nearby residents.

The incident illustrates the risks associated with transporting hazardous chemicals on public roads, as well as the protocols that must be followed in emergencies involving such materials. The confinement of the towns reflects an urgent public safety response to protect the inhabitants from any possible environmental or health hazards resulting from the fire. As authorities continue to manage the situation, the focus remains on both containing the hazardous materials and ensuring the safety of the affected communities in the aftermath of this incident.