March 07, 2025

Dash cam captures snowy interstate jackknife, no injuries reported

Steve Smith

Dash cam captures snowy interstate jackknife, no injuries reported

Dash cam footage captured a dramatic accident on I-81 in Homer, New York. It happened around 6 p.m. on March 6. A tractor trailer lost control and jackknifed, sliding across lanes.

The details: The dash cam video shows the big rig swerving from the left lane to the right, then back to the left again. The second truck couldn't avoid the crash.

The incident occurred northbound on the interstate, with snowy weather possibly playing a role.
No injuries were reported for either truck driver involved, according to New York State Police.
The safety of other vehicles, including a white passenger car seen on the shoulder, remains unclear.

What's next: The conditions on I-81 emphasize how essential it is for all drivers to be cautious in bad weather. Thankfully, this accident didn't result in any injuries.

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