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Trucks Losing Roofs on Raleigh Bridge | Durham News
A Raleigh railroad bridge nicknamed the “Peace Street Peeler” is ripping truck roofs off—five this month alone. With just 12 feet 4 inches of clearance, drivers are being warned not to rely on GPS or rental truck specs. Commercial driver Rachel Abbott witnessed a semi get stuck, halting a train, and saw others scrape the bridge. It’s not new—Durham’s “Can Opener” has the same issue. Ownership’s messy: neither NCDOT nor Norfolk Southern owns it. Bottom line? Know your rig, check clearances, and take the extra minute to find a safer route. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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