Semi-Truck Takes a Dive: What Happens When Soda Spills on I-5?

A semi-truck’s wild ride off I-5 has left two lanes closed and drivers scratching their heads. Just what does it take to launch a truck 200 feet into a ditch? Apparently, a little road miscalculation and a dash of soda for good measure! Thankfully, the driver walked away with only minor injuries, but the highway clean-up crew is probably wishing for a little less fizz in their task today.

Chris Sullivan, a KIRO Newsradio traffic reporter, described the scene as something out of a movie. Picture it: a truck rolling away like a rogue player in a game of Jenga. While the recovery team is still working to haul the beast out of the ditch, one has to wonder how many people got a little more than they bargained for in their morning commute. “A semi went off the road right after Wild Waves,” Sullivan said. That’s certainly one way to make a trip unforgettable!

With two right lanes blocked, traffic is likely backed up more than the line at the local coffee shop. And let’s not forget the trail of soda left in the truck’s wake—next time you might want to bring your own drinks instead of relying on a truck for your fizzy fix! So, what’s your most memorable highway mishap? Spill the details below!

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