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traffic-accident1 year ago

Dramatic Rescue: Semi-Truck Hangs Off Bridge, Driver Saved After Collision

A crash on the Clark Memorial Bridge in Louisville left a semi-truck hanging off the bridge, with the driver needing rescue. The crash was caused by a vehicle hitting a stalled car, losing control, and colliding with the semi-truck. The driver of the first vehicle sustained serious injuries and the bridge is expected to reopen for vehicle traffic by 6 p.m. on Saturday, with most of the damage contained to the sidewalk area and not affecting the bridge's structural integrity.

via LEX 18 News - Lexington, KY|
#clark-memorial-bridge#crash#kentucky-transportation-cabinet
accidents-and-rescues1 year ago

Dramatic Rescue: Semi Truck Dangles Over Ohio River Bridge

A semi crashed and dangled off the Clark Memorial Bridge in Louisville, Kentucky, following a collision involving four vehicles, with at least one person sustaining life-threatening injuries. The driver, a military veteran, was successfully rescued from the cab after about 40 minutes and was reported to be stable. The bridge was closed for inspection, and traffic was advised to take alternate routes. The bridge, built in 1929, carries about 24,000 vehicles daily.

via WLKY Louisville|
#accidents-and-rescues#clark-memorial-bridge#kentucky-transportation-cabinet
traffic-accidents2 years ago

Multiple Fatal Crashes Temporarily Close I-75/I-71 in Boone County, NKY

Two fatal crashes on northbound I-75 in Boone County, Kentucky, resulted in the closure of the highway for several hours. The crashes occurred near the Richwood Road exit and the Mary Grubbs Highway exit, with at least one fatality reported in each incident. The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet closed all northbound lanes of I-71/75, and drivers were advised to find alternate routes or exit at the Walton exit. No further details on the number of people involved or the extent of injuries were provided.

via WCPO 9 Cincinnati|
#boone-county#fatal-crashes#i-75
transportation2 years ago

"Latest Developments on the I-64 Bridge"

Engineers are analyzing repair plans for the Kentucky approach to the Sherman Minton Bridge in order to reopen two-way traffic on Interstate 64. The bridge was closed due to necessary repairs to a bearing and pier supporting the upper deck, which were not previously visible. Temporary repairs will be made to reopen the lower deck, while options are being evaluated for repairing the upper deck. No timeline has been set for reopening the upper deck, and motorists are advised to use alternate routes.

via Sherman Minton Renewal|
#bridge-repair#interstate-64#kentucky-transportation-cabinet
breaking-news2 years ago

Police Respond to Possible Threat at Frankfort Transportation Building

Frankfort police and Kentucky State Police responded to a call about a possible subject with a firearm in the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet and Mayo Underwood Building in Frankfort, but there is no confirmation of any active shooter, casualties, or anyone injured at this time. The US Marshal Service and Franklin County Sheriff's Office are clearing the buildings, and there is no current threat to the public. An investigation will continue by KSP.

via LEX 18 News - Lexington, KY|
#active-shooter#breaking-news#frankfort