Wood crashes through car windshield, passengers escape injury
Idaho authorities are urging drivers to properly secure their loads after a large piece of wood crashed through a car’s windshield on Tuesday, narrowly missing the two people inside. (Credit: Idaho State Police)
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho - Idaho authorities said a piece of wood smashed through a car windshield, narrowly missing the passengers.
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The Idaho State Police said the incident happened Tuesday.
Authorities said a large piece of wood pierced the windshield of another vehicle, narrowly missing the two occupants, but no injuries were reported.
They posted photos of the scare on its Facebook page.
What they're saying:
"This is why load securement matters. Whether you’re hauling for work or towing on the weekend, take the extra time to properly secure your load," authorities wrote. "What falls off your vehicle can become life-threatening to someone else in seconds."
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According to AAA, road debris was a factor in an estimated 319,724 motor vehicle crashes, 32,802 injuries, and 433 fatalities in the United States between 2018 and 2023, averaging approximately 53,000 crashes, 5,500 injuries, and 72 deaths annually.
The Source: The information in this story comes from statements released by the Idaho State Police. This story was reported from Los Angeles.