Dangerous Weather Leads to Plow Truck Accident

In Virginia, news sources say that snow was not the only thing that caused a rough commute in the area as a thick layer of fog hovered over Interstate 77.  Due to the heavy layer of fog, many drivers found it impossible to see the road while operating their vehicles.

All drivers were warned about the dangerous weather conditions around Fancy Gap and down by the Virginia/North Carolina state lines.  Unfortunately, warnings proved to be true as several accidents occurred.

Off of the major highway, one plow truck driver found himself in bad shape while battling his truck's brakes.  He was dispatched to clear roads by VDOT, but plummeted into a Pantry convenience store.  The truck accident was unfortunate as the driver recently had repair work on his vehicle.

He told police that he got to the top of Kelly Road when he suddenly lost control of his brakes and his vehicle traveled 30 mph down the hill.  There were people inside of the store at the time of the collision, but thankfully, no one was injured.

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