Multiple semi trucks flipped by tornado in Indiana
Multiple semi trucks were overturned by a tornado in Jeffersonville, Indiana, on Tuesday.
On Tuesday evening, severe storms and tornadoes were reported in southern Indiana and Kentucky, uprooting trees, damaging homes, and leaving several people injured.
In Jeffersonville, Indiana, a high winds toppled at least three semi trucks on westbound I-265 at the Lewis and Clark Bridge. WDRB reports that a fourth semi truck was overturned nearby.
Authorities reported ten people hurt in Jeffersonville by the powerful storms, but none of the injuries are thought to be life-threatening.
International Drive and I-265 following today’s storms. Crews are making quick work of reopening the roadways. pic.twitter.com/0NtL2YNuX9
— Sgt. Carey Huls (@ISPSellersburg) April 2, 2024
Multiple semis were potentially flipped over by a tornado on the Indiana side of the Ohio River on I-265 W of Old Salem/River Ridge in Jeffersonville. Unbelievable. @WISH_TV pic.twitter.com/A3xeaXUsEp
— Ryan Morse (@RyanMorseWx) April 2, 2024
In the video below, you can see a blown-over truck driver being rescued by Good Samaritans.
Tornado crossed I 265 the north east corner of Louisville, KY. Multiple tractor trailers blown over. This driver was OK after we broke out the glass to get him free. A few minor injuries reported so far. pic.twitter.com/oySRqAPVxP
— Charles Peek (@CharlesPeekWX) April 2, 2024