Wilkinson, WV (April 15, 2026) – A driver was injured after a crash involving a gas pump led to a fire Tuesday in Wilkinson.
According to state police, the incident occurred along State Route 44 when a vehicle crashed into a gasoline pump at a local gas station.
When a trooper arrived at the scene, the vehicle was already engulfed in flames.
Authorities reported that the driver, a 32-year-old man from Cambridge, Ohio, was pulled from the burning vehicle and transported to Logan Regional Medical Center for treatment.
The fire caused by the crash spread and destroyed three additional vehicles at the gas station. Emergency crews worked to extinguish the fire and secure the area.
The cause of the crash remains under investigation, and additional details may be released as they become available.
We are thinking of the injured driver and wish him a full recovery.
How Crashes Involving Gas Pumps Can Escalate Quickly
Collisions involving fuel pumps can rapidly lead to fires due to the presence of flammable gasoline.
Once ignited, flames can spread to nearby vehicles and structures.
Quick response from emergency crews is critical to contain the fire and prevent further damage or injuries.
