A terrifying video captured the moment a New York highway worker narrowly missed being hit by a box truck which then slammed into two worker vans on the roadside.
According to state officials, the wild incident unfolded Oct. 28 in a work zone with “proceed” signs on Interstate 81 near Whitney Point.
In shocking footage, a New York State Department of Transportation employee can be seen running across the road with his hands raised before a 26-foot yellow Penske rental truck destroys the flashing DOT vehicles before driving off the road . ,
While running to safety the worker’s hard hat flew off his head, According to the footage DOT posted X.
“Our highway workers risk their lives every day to keep New York’s roads safe, and this recent crash on I-81 near Whitney Point is a sobering reminder of the dangers they face,” the DOT said in its post. Let’s face it.”
“Drivers: Slow down, move over, stay alert in work zones – these simple actions can save lives.”
The reckless driver, identified as Muhammad A., 36, of Phoenix, Arizona. Wesley, was traveling northbound on the interstate when he failed to observe the work zone and two DOT vehicles parked on the shoulder. According to state police.
Police said they are investigating the fatal crash and reminded motorists to avoid stopping any vehicle on the side of the road, in accordance with state law.
State officials said there were no serious injuries.
“this is unacceptable!” New York State Thruway Authority Posted on x,
“This video from our partner @NYSDOT comes the same week the Thruway lost a beloved co-worker who was struck and killed while doing his job. Our roadside workers need your attention. Help them get home safe and go slow!”
The fatal incident occurred just days after a Thruway worker was struck and killed on I-90 in Chautauqua County while performing roadside maintenance.
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