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OAK HARBOR, Wash. — A semitruck tipped on the Deception Bridge Monday afternoon, according to the Washington State Patrol.
The northbound truck was leaning on the railing, blocking all northbound traffic on the bridge.
It looks like a semi truck has tipped onto the railing of the Deception Pass bridge. It’s gusting 56 mph over here! pic.twitter.com/PPS5HyDPJ5
— Emily Gilbert (@m_l_e_gilbert) November 15, 2021
According to state trooper Rocky Oliphant, the driver was able to escape and is okay.
The truck cannot be removed until it is less windy outside and WDOT said it will update drivers once conditions improve.
UPDATE: This incident at Deception Pass is ongoing. We know it is really frustrating out there today, and we sincerely appreciate your patience. It actually needs to be less windy in order to complete the removal of the truck. We will keep you updated as we know more. https://t.co/mWx5j1g81j
— WSDOT North (@wsdot_north) November 16, 2021
Wind gusts as high as 65mph have been recorded in some parts of western Washington.
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