At Least One Airlifted After Rowlett 18-Wheeler Crash on I-30 Bridge Over Lake Ray Hubbard

Rowlett, Texas (August 17, 2020) – At least one person was airlifted after an 18-wheeler crash early Monday morning in Rowlett, according to police.

The crash happened around 3:00 a.m. on the I-30 Bridge over Lake Ray Hubbard near Dalrock Road.          

Police said an 18-wheeler hit a car on the side of the road. The truck was then hit by another 18-wheeler. One of the 18-wheelers overturned. It crossed the median and hit two more vehicles.

At least one person was airlifted to a local hospital in an unknown condition.

The crash closed both the eastbound and the westbound lanes of traffic.

The crash remains under investigation.

We wish the injured victim a quick recovery.

Commercial trucks are known to cause over 90% of accidents in Houston. These truck drivers must understand that their actions majorly contribute to most of the accidents on the roads. It is also important for others on the same roads with truck drivers to understand that maximum precaution should be taken while driving near trucks. While small mistakes like ignoring the turn signal prior to turning may cause accidents, major causes of these accidents are rooted in other factors like exhaustion on the part of truck drivers. If the reasons for the crash are anchored to the failure of following the right turn or driving at a speed that is not legally recommended, a personal injury lawyer will be useful in such scenarios. 

If you have been injured in an accident with a huge truck, it is advisable to get a lawyer who will facilitate the process of compensation.

Our attorneys at  Joel A. Gordon & Associates will fight for you.

To speak with an attorney Click to call: 281-943-5555.