A family of 5 was involved in an accident with a semi-truck in Columbus, Ohio, Tuesday that took them to the hospital. The incident occurred around 3 p.m. May 24 on the corner of E. Main St. and S. 18th St. According to ABC 6 News, a semi-truck hauling steel beams lost control and crashed into the family's car, causing it to spin out of control and crash into a nearby lamp post. The truck then crashed into a building, causing minor damage.
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Three adults and two children in the vehicle were taken to the hospital with minor injuries. The driver of the truck was not injured in the crash. Rescuers were called to the scene to clean up the spilled diesel fuel from the truck. The driver was tested on a breathalyzer, which he passed, and there was no further information about the cause of the accident.
This incident underscores the importance of road safety and responsible driving, especially for truck drivers who are responsible for transporting heavy loads that can cause significant damage in the event of an accident. It also underscores the need for increased safety measures and stricter rules to protect drivers and passengers on the road. We wish a speedy recovery to the family involved in the accident.
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