A trucker had a close call Wednesday morning on Interstate 694 in Maplewood, Minnesota. While crossing a snowy overpass, the truck began sliding, leaving the cab hanging over the edge.
What happened: The incident occurred on March 5 during a snowstorm, when the semi-truck, moving along the westbound stretch of I-694 near White Bear Avenue, started slipping. It stopped precariously with the cab dangling above the freeway below.
- Thankfully, no injuries were reported.
- Traffic was redirected as emergency crews stabilized and removed the truck.
Road conditions: The snowstorm made travel challenging, with numerous spinouts and accidents reported. High winds added to the difficulties, as roadways remained snow-covered and slippery.
By the numbers: This incident is just one of many that happened across the area due to slick conditions, reported FOX 9.
The semi-truck was safely pulled back onto the roadway, with the overpass reopening after crews cleared the scene.