We were in a crash

Discussion in 'Trucking Accidents' started by TriPac Dude, Jun 1, 2014.

  1. Stlguy

    Stlguy Bobtail Member

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    I live in st. louis I can't count the times traveling W I-70 and I-44 how many trucks ive seen laying on their side always during bad weather. Maybe you should move to flatbed I never seen them on their side.
     
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  3. milkdud

    milkdud Road Train Member

    Glad you and your Father made it out safe, TriPac.. Hope he mends okay. I've seen those micro-bursts a few times. Amazing. I read about an even rarer weather event that is really scary, more so than a tornado even. It involves a very rare phenomenon where a particular jet stream will dip way way down to the Earth's surface and make contact with the ground. Since jet streams travel at high speeds, some at 200 to 300 mph, a jet stream which makes contact with the surface can cause extreme damage, with no warning what-so-ever. Sobering event!
     
  4. tsavory

    tsavory Road Train Member

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    60mph almost took me over but had ultra light tall load up front felt almost like the drives shoved way over while the steers and rear of trailer stayed straight PITA to keep from over steering.
     
  5. CrappieJunkie

    CrappieJunkie Wishin' I was fishin'

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    Not that it matters other than curiosity how much weight was in the box.
     
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