September 20, 2024

Semi-truck gets stuck under railroad bridge in Grants, NM

Steve Smith

Semi-truck gets stuck under railroad bridge in Grants, NM

On Wednesday night, a semi-truck crashed into a low railroad bridge in Grants, New Mexico.

The incident: The crash happened on Fifth Street between Santa Fe Avenue and San Jose Drive. The tractor-trailer attempted to pass under the bridge and got stuck, damaging the trailer.

The accident led to street closures as crews worked to clear the wreckage.
Inspectors need to evaluate the bridge’s structural integrity before reopening Fifth Street, according to KOB News.

By the numbers: No injuries were reported from the incident.

What’s next: Authorities are investigating how the accident happened and will act based on the results.

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