Connecticut Driver Survives After Truck Loses Control on Icy Southington Road and Crashes Into Utility Pole
SOUTHINGTON, CT — A terrifying crash caught on camera in Southington, Connecticut, shows the moment an out-of-control truck slid across an icy, snow-covered road and slammed into a utility pole, splintering it on impact during Sunday’s winter weather.
The dramatic footage, shared by AccuWeather via Storyful, captures the truck skidding sideways before striking the pole, scattering debris across the road and sending snow flying through the air. The collision occurred amid rapidly worsening road conditions caused by accumulating snow and ice.
Driver Escapes Serious Injury
Authorities confirmed that the driver miraculously survived the crash and managed to exit the mangled vehicle without assistance. He was evaluated by paramedics and transported to a local hospital with minor injuries.
“It’s remarkable he was able to walk away from that crash,” said one witness who lives nearby. “The road was like glass — vehicles were sliding all morning.”
Southington police and fire crews responded to the scene within minutes, blocking off the road while utility workers repaired the damaged pole. The impact temporarily knocked out power in the surrounding area.
Hazardous Conditions Across Connecticut
Sunday’s incident was one of several weather-related accidents reported across Connecticut, as a mix of snow and freezing rain created slick conditions from Hartford to New Haven.
The National Weather Service had issued advisories warning drivers to reduce speed and avoid unnecessary travel due to the risk of black ice and reduced visibility.
Officials urge motorists to take extra precautions as temperatures remain below freezing overnight, increasing the potential for re-icing on untreated roads.
“Even a thin layer of snow can be enough to cause a vehicle to lose traction,” AccuWeather meteorologists noted. “It’s important to slow down and give yourself extra braking distance.”
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Safety Reminder
Local emergency officials continue to emphasize the importance of winter preparedness — including maintaining tires, carrying an emergency kit, and checking road conditions before travel.
Residents are reminded to monitor local weather alerts and report any downed power lines or hazardous roadway conditions to authorities. Stay up to date on severe weather impacts and safety alerts across the U.S. by visiting SaludaStandard-Sentinel.com.
