A multi-vehicle crash on I-40 left three people dead and one injured on November 11. The accident shut down I-40 westbound for nearly seven hours as first responders worked to extinguish vehicle fires prevent further incidents. The wreck involved a head-on collision between two tractor-trailers, and the resulting devastation left three families mourning untimely losses.
How it happened
According to WBIR:
“A tractor-tractor with no trailer was traveling east on I-40 when it crossed the median and hit a tractor-trailer hauling automobiles and a passenger vehicle. Both rigs caught fire, and the drivers of both of them were killed. The driver of the other vehicle involved was also killed. A passenger in that vehicle was injured and transported by Lifestar to UT Medical Center. Both a TDOT spokesperson and witnesses on the scene reported there were multiple explosions after the accident, and a large fire sent a huge plume of black smoke into the air.”
The forces involved with two large trucks colliding at highway speeds are almost inconceivable. The first truck, with no trailer, crossed the median and sent a 2016 Nissan Sentra rolling several times after the collision launched the car airborne. Barely slowed, the truck plowed into another tractor-trailer head-on. It is a miracle that no other vehicles or drivers were injured or involved. The thoughts and prayers of everyone here are with the families of those
What you should know
Multi-vehicle accidents often involve serious injuries or death because vehicles are not designed to withstand multiple impacts. After a crash, your vehicle’s safety systems are compromised, and the likelihood that a second impact will have serious consequences is considerably higher. Unfortunately, there isn’t much that can be done to avoid accidents like this. When you or your family are involved in a crash, the best thing you can do is seek immediate medical attention, regardless of your injuries.
Just like it’s always a good idea to see a doctor after an accident, seeking experienced legal counsel can protect your family from financial trouble. If you or your loved ones have been injured in an accident, the experienced Nashville commercial truck accident attorneys at the Rocky McElhaney Law Firm can evaluate your case and help get you the compensation you deserve. Call 615.246.5549, visit our offices in Nashville, Gallatin or Knoxville, or contact us today for a free consultation.
