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Trucker's costly mistake after ignoring road closed signs

A truck driver in the Lake Tahoe area found himself in a tough spot after reportedly ignoring road closure signs on March 18, 2025. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) cited the driver for driving past a closed road sign and getting the big rig stuck on SR-89's switchbacks in Emerald Bay.

The big picture: The driver faced not only a citation but also a significant tow bill due to the incident. Ignoring road signs proved costly and risky.

  • CHP emphasized the dangers and legal issues of bypassing road closure signs, reinforcing that it's unsafe and against the law.
  • The truck's mishap served as a reminder for the importance of heeding road warnings to avoid such entanglements.

What they're saying: "Driving around a Road Closed sign is extremely dangerous, not to mention illegal," the CHP noted on social media, highlighting the potential risks involved for all drivers.

Thankfully, no one was injured, and the situation was resolved without causing harm or further disruption on the road.

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