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Truck Hydroplanes in Rainy Microburst | Salt Lake City News
A semi truck driver was hospitalized after hydroplaning and crashing on southbound I-15 near 600 South, triggered by a sudden microburst of wind and rain. The accident caused major traffic delays, prompting authorities to divert traffic at exit 244 while tow crews cleared the scene. The driver’s condition remains undisclosed, but the incident underscores the hidden dangers of rapidly shifting weather—especially for large vehicles. Officials are investigating, with hydroplaning due to the microburst identified as the primary cause, and drivers were urged to find alternate routes to avoid…
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