Disaster● ElevatedJul 31 · Jul 31, 2026, 10:45 PM
A driver hauling a utility pole base without a permit hit 6 bridges in one run on an Oklahoma turnpike , and the repair bill came to 491 , 700 dollars
GlobeAlert Desk · curated from ecoportal.net · United States
A driver illegally hauling a utility pole base damaged six bridges on an Oklahoma turnpike, resulting in significant repair costs. This incident highlights issues with transportation regulations and infrastructure safety.
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