Driver saved from truck dangling off Kentucky bridge in daring rescue

Friday, March 1, 2024
LOUISVILLE, Ky. -- A dramatic rescue effort unfolded in Kentucky from a semi-truck that was dangling off a bridge on Friday afternoon.

This happened on the Clark Memorial Bridge over the Ohio River near Louisville.
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The truck crashed through the bridge's guardrail and barrier, which left it hanging over the water.

Video shows a firefighter being lowered to the truck's cab.

He was able to help the driver get out, and the two were hoisted to safety.
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Two other vehicles were involved in the crash, and a person in one of those vehicles was taken to the hospital.

An investigation into the cause of this crash continues.
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