Dramatic Video Shows Moment Semi Hits Ground After Falling Off Kentucky Interstate Overpass
- On June 13, 2025, a semitruck veered off an overpass on Interstate 65 close to downtown Louisville, Kentucky, and ignited; the driver escaped with minor injuries after jumping from the vehicle.
- The crash occurred around 10 a.m. on a southbound ramp near the Kennedy Bridge, in a known area for frequent semi crashes, with unclear causes.
- As the truck dangled precariously, the driver escaped by leaping from the vehicle, safely dropping 20 feet to the ground before the truck ignited; firefighters promptly put out the fire.
- All lanes of I-65 blocked until further notice caused significant traffic backups into southern Indiana, while officials confirmed at least three crashes in the area in the past month.
- Investigators inspected the ramp, and transportation officials announced safety upgrades are being planned to prevent future crashes in this high-frequency zone.
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Truck erupts in flames after plunging off I-65 ramp in Louisville; driver escapes with minor injuries
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A dramatic crash on I-65 in Louisville ended with a semi-truck engulfed in flames — and a near-miraculous escape by the driver. The crash happened around 10 a.m. Friday, when a truck veered off the I-65 southbound ramp near the Kennedy Bridge. Officials say the driver jumped from the cab just before the truck burst into flames and suffered only minor injuries. Fire crews responded quickly and were able to extin…
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