Orofino, ID (August 1, 2024) – Troopers with the Idaho State Police (ISP) say that on Wednesday, July 31, at approximately 6:40 a.m., a semi-truck accident occurred and resulted in an unknown number of victim injuries. The Clearwater County Sheriff’s Office, along with Timberline Rescue, also responded to the area of Beaver Creek Road and Highway 11 for the vehicle accident.
The accident involved a loaded logging truck, a 1988 Peterbilt, which was traveling on Beaver Creek Road before initiating a right-hand turn onto Highway 11 when the collision took place. It’s unclear how many vehicles and victims were ultimately involved, but the accident is still under investigation. It appears one person was brought to the hospital via ambulance while EMTs assessed others at the site. ISP provided no additional information regarding their injuries or conditions. An inquiry remains ongoing.
Our thoughts are extended to the injured victims and their loved ones. We hope for their complete recovery.
Trucking Collisions in Idaho
Millions of semi-trucks and big rigs traverse America’s roadways at any given time, particularly given the rise of online commerce and global shipments in the modern economy. Unfortunately, around 159,000 individuals were hurt in truck-related incidents in one recent year alone, with 5,000 of them losing their lives. A typical semi-truck weighs more than 10,000 pounds. Large trucks have bigger blind spots and need more time to stop than vehicles. Add in human error from drivers, who often put in lengthy hours behind the wheel, and the possibility of disastrous crashes increases significantly.
If you or someone you know is in a trucking accident, you will undoubtedly have many questions about the accident, injuries received, medical bills, and other expenditures. These are some frequently asked questions about trucking accidents. After all, tractor-trailer and large truck accidents are typically much more serious than an average vehicle crash, so it’s essential to have an advocate in the aftermath.
Please get in touch with our Idaho truck accident lawyers without delay if you or a loved one has been in a semi-truck accident. You can rely on our staff to provide the knowledgeable assistance and advocacy you need during these trying times. Meet with one of our Orofino truck accident attorneys by calling (208) 314-8888 and get the answers that you and your family need to move forward as soon as possible.
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