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Truck driver captures harrowing flooding from Hurricane Helene

A video taken from the cab of a stranded semi truck captures the scale of flooding in Black Mountain, NC, caused by Hurricane Helene.

The scene: As floodwaters surged, a truck driver filmed water reaching up to the steering wheel. The footage also shows other trucks trapped by the rising waters.

  • Despite the scary situation, the driver noted, “Drivers were rescued. Everyone is fine.”
  • No injuries were reported, ensuring a safe, albeit tense, outcome for those involved.

Background: The flash flooding in Black Mountain resulted from the extreme weather conditions brought by Hurricane Helene.

What this means: The incident highlights the tough conditions truckers often face during severe weather.

Thankfully, all drivers were safely removed from the flooded area by emergency responders.

FTC and Florida take down deceptive truck investment scheme

The FTC and Florida have shut down RivX for allegedly running a deceptive trucking investment scheme that left many investors without trucks or income.
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Cybersecurity risks in trucking: Experts warn of ELD vulnerabilities

A Colorado State University study exposes cybersecurity threats in the trucking industry through vulnerable Electronic Logging Devices that could risk vehicle control and data security.
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Atchafalaya Basin Bridge update ends split speed limits for trucks and cars

Louisiana's Atchafalaya Basin Bridge implements a uniform 60 mph speed limit for all vehicles and sets right-lane-only rules for trucks to enhance road safety.
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