A Wyoming Highway Patrol lieutenant narrowly escaped a serious collision while attending to a previous crash on Interstate 80 in Carbon County. According to a social media post from the Wyoming Highway Patrol, the lieutenant’s vehicle was struck while he was inside, resulting in him being trapped. Fortunately, he was transported to the hospital and released, and is now eager to return to work.
The post highlighted Wyoming Statute 31-5-224, which requires drivers to slow down and move over when passing emergency vehicles on the interstate or on a two-lane road with a speed limit over 45 miles per hour. A photo of the crash scene was shared to emphasize the importance of following these safety regulations to prevent further accidents.
The Wyoming Highway Patrol urged drivers to remember to slow down and move over for all stopped emergency and maintenance vehicles for the safety of everyone on the road. This incident serves as a reminder of the dangers faced by first responders while working on the highway and the critical need for driver awareness and caution.
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