September 20, 2024

Truck crashes into low bridge, closes Fifth Street in Grants

Steve Smith

Truck crashes into low bridge, closes Fifth Street in Grants

A semi-truck crashed into a low railroad bridge on Fifth Street in Grants, New Mexico on the evening of September 18. The truck got stuck and damaged its trailer.

The aftermath: Fifth Street between Santa Fe Avenue and San Jose Drive is closed while crews work to clear the wreckage and inspect the bridge for damage.

Authorities stated that no injuries have been reported in the incident.
Inspectors must evaluate the bridge before reopening it to train traffic.

Crews are actively working on site to restore normalcy as quickly as possible, reported KOB News.

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