Unbeknownst to the rider, the driver/operator of a tow truck had stretched a steel cable from one side of the road to the other and connected it to a broken down vehicle. The driver’s cable was not painted any type of distinguishing colors nor was there any people positioned on either side of the cable to be a visual barrier alerting oncoming traffic to the cable.
The driver, for reasons unknown, did not position his tow truck in a way that would have partially blocked the road and he did not place any traffic cones out before beginning to work.
When I watched this video I thought I was watching news coverage of the accident but it turns out this video shows the accident happening clearly. If you have a weak stomach do not watch.
another clear reason why not enough is ever taught the public in general about vehicle safety and responsibility for yourself and... more
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