On Wednesday there was major accident on the westbound Interstate 80 when a semi laden with batteries and drums of acid hit a parked semi in Echo Canyon. The critically injured driver of the moving vehicle was airlifted to a Salt Lake City hospital.
The accident happened in the very early hours of the morning and was followed by a major blaze. Firefighters had to confirm the type of hazardous materials before starting to attack the fire. Following this the road surface, which was badly damaged, had to be taken up and replaced.
As a result of all of this activity, the road was not completely reopened until nearly 6 p.m. at night.
Meanwhile drivers were stranded in Evanston throughout the day, many looking for places to park and others trying to find an alternative route.
The parking lot in Walmart was packed with semis, campers and other vehicles, and nearby restaurants were all full as well. Long-haul, truck driver, Gregory Leigh, said that he had been driving 12 years and was used to getting stuck due to I-80 closures but that it was usually due to winter snow and didn’t often happen in the summer.
If you have been injured as a result of a major automobile accident involving the negligence of another driver, give our offices a call immediately. We have the expertise and experience to get you the compensation you need. Contact us at (801) 990-0500 or contact us online today for a free consultation.
