An accident in Langley, British Columbia, on February 20th halted the operations of a local trucking company. A truck carrying pre-formed concrete clipped two overpasses on Highway 1 at 9:17 a.m.
What happened: The truck hit the 264 overpass first, followed by the CP Rail overpass, causing some road debris but minimal structural damage. The highway was partially shut for cleanup.
- As a precaution, the British Columbia Ministry of Transportation suspended the trucking company's license, pending investigation.
- The truck's route and load height compliance are under scrutiny by Commercial Vehicle Safety and Enforcement officers.
Official reaction: BC Minister of Transportation Mike Farnworth expressed frustration, saying, "You really have to question what kind of stupidity is it in terms of not making sure that you are following the prescribed route," reported Global News.
Looking ahead: The investigation could take weeks, and the company's fleet will remain grounded during this period, impacting their business operations and workers' livelihoods.